Bulletproof Nuclei? Stem Cells Exhibit Unusual Absorption Property
Sunday, April 20, 2014 - 19:10
in Physics & Chemistry
Stem cells – the body's master cells – demonstrate a bizarre property never before seen at a cellular level, according to a study published today from scientists at the University of Cambridge. The property – known as auxeticity – is one which may have application as wide-ranging as soundproofing, super-absorbent sponges and bulletproof vests. read more