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Manu Prakash (Stanford University)

Manu Prakash (Stanford University)

Update: 2025-10-31
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We're thrilled to bring you this episode of The Microscopists with an absolute force in accessible science and microscopy innovation—Manu Prakash of Stanford University.

Manu shares the origin of the now-legendary $1 paper microscope, the Foldscope.

He also discusses the importance of making science hands-on and accessible, his passion for fieldwork, and explains why he has barnacles growing in his bathroom!

Watch or listen to all episodes of The Microscopists: http://themicroscopists.bitesizebio.com/

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Manu Prakash (Stanford University)

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