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Spider silk expert Dr. Randy Lewis discusses spidroins, spider silk production, genetic modification, drug effects on webs, and biomedical applications. They explore spider webs, debunk myths, and touch on the potential of spider silk in various industries.
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- Spider silk proteins can be produced by genetically modifying organisms like goats, silk worms, and alfalfa for various applications.
- Spider silk's unique strength and stretch properties make it valuable for industries including medical and defense.
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Spider Silk Production from Various Organisms
Spider silk proteins can be extracted from different organisms like goats, silk worms, and alfalfa. By genetically modifying these organisms, researchers can produce spider silk proteins that can be used for various applications.
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