Mussels’ Underwater Glue Inspires Synthetic Cement
Researchers use nature’s strongest secrets to build even stronger biomaterials
adhesives
Synthetic Biology Yields Easy-to-Use Underwater Adhesives
Researchers cherry-picked properties from the animal world to develop a biocompatible, adhesive gel
New Glue Sticks Easily, Holds Strongly, and Is Easy to Pull Apart
Research expands number of temporary adhesives
Low-Cost, Fly Footpad-Like Adhesive Structure Capable of Repeated Attachment/Detachment
Recycle-compatible, environmentally friendly technology inspired by footpad formation mechanism during fly's pupal metamorphosis
The Combination of Plant-Based Particles and Water Forms an 'Eco' Super-Glue
Unlike Superglue, the new eco glue develops its full strength in a preferred direction, similar to "peel and stick" adhesives
Adhesive Formed from Bee Spit and Flower Oil Could Form Basis of New Glues
Researchers are looking at the mixture of bee spit and flower oil as a model for a bioinspired glue
A Painless Adhesive
Adhesives for biomedical applications can be detached with light
Research on Spider Glue Resolves Sticky Problem
The way spider glues function in humid conditions provides clues for better commercial adhesives
University Patents a Cost-Saving, Longer-Lasting Biodegradable Adhesive
The new type of resin for adhesives and coatings, developed by researchers at Kansas State University, is the first plant-based resin of its kind
Ivy's Powerful Grasp Could Lead to Better Medical Adhesives, Stronger Battle Armor
Study uncovers molecular explanation for one of nature’s most effective glues