Anne A. Madden, PhD (she/her)
@anneamadden.bsky.social
Microbe wrangler, scientist, TED speaker. Creator of wasp yeast beer, discover of microbial solutions for human problems, explorer of the microbial cosmos… and bouncy ball enthusiast. (Founder: The Microbe Institute) #microbes & #sciart
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Microbe Challenge
Our Fourth annual Museum of Beadwork Challenge is open to submissions until May 1st, 2026.This challenge is once again being co-sponsored by Miyuki Co., Ltd. and Caravan Beads and being joined by The ...
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August 26, 2025 at 5:42 PM
We still have opportunities for sponsors to collaborate on this project, so please reach out if interested! Link to the project: www.museumofbeadwork.org/pages/microb...
If i remember correctly, ever so slightly bitter-charcoaly :) but it was absolutely worth it!
August 13, 2025 at 2:40 PM
If i remember correctly, ever so slightly bitter-charcoaly :) but it was absolutely worth it!
Let these smallest of lifeforms stir your imagination to create something of your own that helps us all see the beauty of this unseen realm! There are chances to win money & the opportunity to have your art exhibited in the only museum dedicated to beadwork. Please share widely! #mushroomart #bioart
August 11, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Let these smallest of lifeforms stir your imagination to create something of your own that helps us all see the beauty of this unseen realm! There are chances to win money & the opportunity to have your art exhibited in the only museum dedicated to beadwork. Please share widely! #mushroomart #bioart
Photo made possible with the help of Mark Martin & Scott Chimileski... and a bunch of microbes that only light up when they sense a community (through quorum sensing pathways).
February 19, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Photo made possible with the help of Mark Martin & Scott Chimileski... and a bunch of microbes that only light up when they sense a community (through quorum sensing pathways).
social wasps (Vespidae)! They carry yeast inside of them, acting as airplanes to help the yeast get from sugar source to sugar source. They also keep yeasts safe in their gut during hibernation. Wasps are therefore critical to wine, and they're also where we find new yeasts for new fermented bevs!
February 18, 2025 at 7:00 PM
social wasps (Vespidae)! They carry yeast inside of them, acting as airplanes to help the yeast get from sugar source to sugar source. They also keep yeasts safe in their gut during hibernation. Wasps are therefore critical to wine, and they're also where we find new yeasts for new fermented bevs!