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The Fungus that Shaped the World
The course of World War II, the development of successful cancer treatment, and just being able to go outside without fear all come down to one thing: the humble Penicillium fungus. Maren tells Greg a tale of accidental...
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The Fungus that Shaped the World is an episode from Surprisingly Brilliant by Seeker. The course of World War II, the development of successful cancer treatment, and just being able to go outside without fear all come down to one thing: the...
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Published Jun 18, 2020, 48:02 long, audio available.
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The course of World War II, the development of successful cancer treatment, and just being able to go outside without fear all come down to one thing: the humble Penicillium fungus. Maren tells Greg a tale of accidental discoveries, fungal espionage, and the daunting potential future of medicine without this life-saving substance. Show notes, sources, and transcript can be found at
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Published Jun 18, 2020 and 48:02 long