Snails' Slime Adaptability Inspires New Material Research

Scientists have discovered that snails can change the properties of their slime, a finding that could lead to the development of innovative new materials.

6 Aug, 18:26 — 6 Aug, 18:26

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Sticky or slippery? Snails can change their slime to meet the moment

Snails are slimy. But there's more to that goo of theirs than meets the eye. It's a fact that may help inspire the creation of new materials.

By Ari Daniel

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Snails' Slime Adaptability Inspires New Material Research

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Sticky or slippery? Snails can change their slime to meet the moment

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