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Microbes That Save Soldiers Lives
A feature on industrial microbiology highlighting beneficial microbes, the Peoria zoo of molds yeasts and bacteria, and the Penicillium notatum mold leading to penicillin. Dr Andrew Moyer improved penicillin yields using corn steep liquor, boosting production and enabling medical use. It also covers gluconic acid production and calcium gluconate uses in tanning metallurgy dentistry and veterinary medicine.
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