Yeast DNA & Dr. Cotton Candy

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Dash Masland was a marine scientist who switched over to beer brewing, using her scientific background to create artworks of the genetic barcodes of the different yeast strains used in various breweries. Over at Vanderbilt University, the Bellan research group is making strides in regenerative medicine using cotton candy and gelatin.

There’s a story living in your beer’s DNA – PBS Newshour

Engineer Uses Cotton Candy to Build Artificial Blood Vessels – Research News @ Vanderbilt