Slug slime inspires a new type of surgical glue

A new glue that mimics a slug’s mucus secretions sticks well, even when wet. The adhesive could be used in place of sutures or staples in surgeries.

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Animal goo inspires better glue

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Banana Slugs: Secret of the Slime

Inspired by slug slime, this surgical glue is strong enough to

NPR: Slug Slime Inspires Scientists To Invent Sticky Surgical Glue

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Here's how slug slime helped scientists develop medical super-glue