By combining an artist and scientific quest, the two professors at Michigan State University found that a certain type of metal-loving bacteria can transform high amounts of the toxic chemical compound gold chloride from a liquid into solid 24-karat gold.

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In the early part of the 20th century, typesetters were based on a system of injecting hot metal into a type mold.

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In 2006, Michael Bush, a running back for Louisville, suffered a similar type of injury- which required insertion of a metal rod into his leg.

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Mr. Press is also a fan of the trendy "Clubmaster" look, a type named after a vintage Ray-Ban model with a thick bold top and a metal bridge.

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