Ologies with Alie Ward Smologies #30: SPIDERWEBS with Randy Lewis
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Oct 30, 2023 Spider silk expert Dr. Randy Lewis discusses the different types of spider silk, how spiders use them to build their webs, and the potential uses of spider silk in composite materials and adhesives. He also talks about genetically modifying bacteria, goats, and silk worms to produce spider silk, as well as the strength and applications of spider silk, including its role in Spider-Man's web-slinging.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Types and Properties of Spider Silk
03:49 • 12min
Splicing Spider Silk Genes into Goats and Silk Worm Moths
16:02 • 2min
Genetically Modifying Bacteria and Goats for Spider Silk
17:48 • 4min
Spider Silk: Strength, Uses, and Recycling
21:34 • 5min
Discoveries, Questions, and Advice
26:28 • 3min