If you've been following our Instagram or Twitter, then you know what this episode topic is...pearls! Discover everything from the basic science to biomedical applications of the jewels of the sea along with Dr. Lex and Dr. Dimos.   On this episode we discuss how pearls are made, what structural coloration is, why pearls may be helpful in wound healing and more.  Of course we  also have our helpful glossary of scientific terms and a fun fact for  your next cocktail party.

Additional news this week: we started to blog again!  You can find our first blog post all about wonder at luxesci.podcastpage.io

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