Jonny and His Stem Cell Breakdown

We all owe a debt of gratitude to the reader who posted an anonymous comment yesterday concerning the reality of life in stem cell labs.

The commentator poor-mouthed his brief note as “bit light.” But we think it is just what the field needs – a well-seasoned researcher engaged in educating the unwashed – sort of.

The matter involves Jonathan Garlick of Tufts. A light-hearted fellow, he is given to using an unusual method to discuss science. In this case, stem cell science.

Known as Dr. Jonny Cool J, Garlick has put together a six-minute rap on the virtues of the field. It has been viewed nearly 22,000 times.

“This Guy RULEEEES!!!” said one viewer. And now, here's Jonny.