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Caddisfly Silk Gene Evolves, Adhesive Power Intact
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Scientists are studying caddisflies to understand the genetics behind their sticky silk, which maintains its adhesive power despite gene evolution. Researchers from the University of Utah and Brigham Young University focused on the H-fibroin gene to uncover clues for developing new bioadhesives.
Caddisflies are among nature's master underwater builders, capable of spinning sticky silk that they use to form protective cases and webs in freshwater streams.
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