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Materials

New materials inspired by kombucha mother

BeCool offers alleviation from PPE heat stress

Morphing nozzle offers new control of fibre alignment

New catalyst process could reduce plastic waste

Herbicide added to organic solar cells to boost efficiency

Colour changing cephalopods inspire smart gel

Fraunhofer team 3D prints fungus-based sound proofing

Fighting back: tackling biofilms on the frontline of healthcare

Novel film keeps wearer cool and powers devices

NUS team develops highly sensitive wireless strain sensors

Soft robotic gripper is inspired by twining plants

Nanomaterial cement mixture promises to seal methane