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University of Minnesota Glass Laboratory Preserves Ancient Blow Process
The Glass Technology Laboratory at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis still uses the 2000 year old glass blowing method for instruction and production. Under manager Marvin Dynes the lab builds and repairs specialized glass instruments, conducts R&D, and trains students from basic techniques to advanced research on new glass products.
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Glass Technology Laboratory
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis
Marvin Dynes
University Glass Laboratory