Posts Tagged ‘mussels’
Mussels: A new model for medical glue
PENN STATE (US) — The chemistry that allows mussels to stick to underwater surfaces may lead to a non-toxic glue for closing wounds. Continue…
Thursday, January 10, 2013 11:17 - 2 Comments
Earth & Environment - Jul 19, 2011 11:02 - 0 Comments
Acidic ocean spawns wimpy mussels
UC DAVIS (US) — Increased ocean acidity is taking a toll on mussels, creating a domino effect on coastal ecosystems from Alaska to California. (more…)
Science & Technology - Jan 31, 2011 11:21 - 0 Comments
Mussels reveal how to stick to it
U. CHICAGO (US) — Taking a cue from mussels, scientists have created a synthetic sticky substance for use as an adhesive or coating for underwater machinery, in biomedical settings as a surgical adhesive, or as a bonding agent for implants. (more…)
