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[Science & Tech] Engineers reveal molecular secrets of cephalopod powers

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Start date Dec 18, 2020

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Dec 18, 2020

From Phys.org:

Reflectins, the unique structural proteins that give squids and octopuses the ability to change colors and blend in with their surroundings, are thought ...

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