Glassblowers Bring New Breath to Scientific Research
Ford (left) and Garvin (right) custom-make laboratory glassware.
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Ford says, ironically, a huge success in his line of work sometimes “looks like nothing.”
Ford says his glassware is being used in projects ranging from water to solar.
Garvin says he enjoys working with the scientists behind the experiments.
Garvin says some glassware requires more time than others.