fermentation

What was the first chemical reaction harnessed by humans? That was undoubtedly fire. And the second? That would be fermentation, the process by which yeasts and bacteria convert carbohydrates into alcohol, organic acids, and carbon dioxide.

Louis Pasteur is buried in an elaborate mausoleum at the Institute Pasteur in Paris where mosaic tiles on the tomb commemorate various aspects of the great man's scientific life.

Kimchi, most often fermented cabbage, is over 2,000 years old. Cabbage, with a bit of water, salt and spices, are placed in a container – in this case, the traditional onggi – and allowed to ferment.

“After Metchnikoff discovered phagocytes, he plunged into researching human immunity, hopeful to find ways to extend lives. He was motivated by his own grim experiences with disease.

From all around the country I hear from friends and colleagues who are bored out of their minds, scared half to death, or both. And, who could blame them? COVID COVID COVID COVID COVID COVID. We need a distraction.