UC Davis researchers are screening strains from the Phaff Yeast Culture Collection for yeasts that can grow on liquefied almond hulls. These yeasts could be used to turn this agricultural waste ...

UC Davis researchers discovered a strain of yeast producing natural, soap-like compounds that’s now being developed for eco-friendly, skin-safe detergents. Seen here, yeast was growing in bioreactors ...

While famous for its role in creating crispy bread and frothy beer, yeast is versatile in numerous applications. Jef Boeke, a geneticist at New York University, and his team use yeast as an artistic ...

At the University of Zagreb in north-central Croatia, associate professor of biochemistry Igor Stuparević, PhD, explores many aspects of the biology and biotechnological use of yeast, especially ...