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A glass that builds and heals itself

…a team of researchers discovered that a certain peptide will develop unusual bonds with water, allowing it to form into a glass-like structure. What’s more, the unique properties of this peptide glass allow it to self heal if cracked, and act as a strong adhesive between water-loving surfaces.

length: three minutes and thirty four seconds.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g5SaghcgK4s

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