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Fridges made from twisty materials could be better for the environment
Cooling powered by twisting materials could make more efficient and sustainable fridges that don't rely on compressing greenhouse gasses
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Physics
A strange new type of crystal is made of fluid tied into knots
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Technology
Coated paper holds secret messages that can be erased with a hairdryer
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Tall twisting tower is made from wood that shapes itself as it dries
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Physics
A super-thin slice of wood can be used to turn saltwater drinkable
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Superstrong artificial muscle can lift 1000 times its own weight
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Armoured liquid droplets make mini disco balls, letters and shapes
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Marie Paulze Lavoisier
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Health
Oozing white mucus from giant salamanders makes excellent medical glue
Chinese giant salamanders secrete sticky mucus and it can be used as glue to close wounds after surgery more effectively than artificial adhesives
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Antoine Lavoisier
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High-tech wood could keep homes cool by reflecting the sun鈥檚 rays
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Windows made of transparent wood could help keep buildings warm
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Life
Ancient ‘living fossil’ fish has scales that act as adaptable armour
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