It was theorists like Einstein and Born that collaborated with practical scientists to understand the atom, theory of relativity, etc. for the use of nuclear power. So, yes, this kind of cooperation is very useful.
Others have known how to convert CO2 to formic acid and syngas for sometime using Electro Magnetic Reduction (ERC) and a highly efficient Mixed Reactant Fuel Cell (MRFC). MVTG or Mantra Energy, soon to become Spectrum Global I believe has world-wide patents in this area and is my other investment.
Perhaps you could summarize the copper connectiont that I overlooked. Thank you.
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