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Length:
23 minutes
Released:
Apr 7, 2015
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
DNA: it’s the genetic information that makes plants and animals what we are. Most of the time when you hear about it in the context of food, it’s to do with breeding. But in this short episode, we bring you two DNA detective stories that show how genetic analysis can rewrite the history of agriculture and …More →
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Released:
Apr 7, 2015
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (100)
Episode 1: The Golden Spoon: Chances are, you’ve spent more time thinking about the specs on your smartphone than about the gadgets that you use to put food in your mouth. But the shape and material properties of forks, spoons, and knives turn out to matter—a lot. by Gastropod