spider silk
Scanning electron microscope images give overwhelming proof of the difference. Left: A biofilm forms on
Unusual property of the ultrastrong material could be harnessed for twisting or pulling motions. Spider
By successfully encapsulating a vaccine into a spider silk microparticle, Swiss and German researchers have
The golden orb-weaver spider from Tanzania spins such strong webs that Tanzanian fishermen use them
Being able to produce artificial spider silk has long been a dream of many scientists,
A chance meeting between a spider expert and a chemist has led to the development
Liquified spider silk extruded in a gel via a three-dimensional printer could soon be regenerating
Synthesizing spider thread—which is stronger than nylon and even some metals—has been a vexing problem.