Yeast, our best friend, ancestor and savior

In the fascinating domain of human companionship, the phrase "a human’s best friend" often conjures images of our loyal furry companions—dogs! However, there's a surprising twist to this age-old bond: another living organism was domesticated by humans long before wild wolves evolved into our beloved pooches.​​​​​Join us as we uncover the intriguing history of yeast, the same microorganism you use for baking bread, and explore its essential role in human civilization through the ages.This audio article is part of The Biosolutions Bulletin. For the text version of this article and to get The Biosolutions Bulletin delivered monthly directly to your inbox, please go to: https://www.novonesis.com/en/biosolutions-bulletin