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Discover how 'Microcosm E. coli' explores the science of life and its significance in a broader context. Get your copy on Amazon!

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I grabbed this image from Seed Magazine's site, showing Microcosm with a few of the other picks, because I love how E. coli is sandwiched between life in the universe and humans. Seems like the right place for it to be.

PS: Amazon can still get you a copy for Xmas!

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