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Can Synthetic Biology Save Us? This Scientist Thinks So.
Drew Endy is squarely focused on the potential of redesigning organisms for useful purposes. He also acknowledges significant challenges. Source
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Plant-Based ‘Fish’ Is Here (and Lab-Grown Versions Are Coming)
The chef Tsang Chiu King is preparing a subtle-but-significant change to his menu: He’s replacing the fish in some dishes with a plant-based alternative. “Its flavor is light and bland and the texture, like grouper, […]
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Beyond Meat Details Plans for Initial Public Offering
SAN FRANCISCO — Beyond Meat revealed details on Monday for its planned Wall Street debut, in what will be a test for businesses that want to replace meat with plant-based alternatives. The company said in […]
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Behold the Beefless ‘Impossible Whopper’
OAKLAND, Calif. — Would you like that Whopper with or without beef? This week, Burger King is introducing a version of its iconic Whopper sandwich filled with a vegetarian patty from the start-up Impossible Foods. […]