Spider Silk

The video explores the potential of spider silk, known for its strength and elasticity, in medical applications such as artificial ligaments and sutures. It discusses the challenges of producing spider silk in large quantities, as spiders cannot be farmed due to their aggressive nature. Molecular biologist Randy Lewis has developed a method to produce spider silk proteins by inserting silk-making genes into goats, allowing the protein to be harvested from their milk. The research, supported by the National Science Foundation, shows no adverse effects on the goats. The video also touches on public perception and the introduction of silk genes into alfalfa plants.

Describe the process of collecting and processing the milk from the transgenic goats.

What are the applications of the silk protein derived from the goats' milk?