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Ape 'vocabularies' shaped by social mingling — like in humans

Posted: 21 Mar 2022 10:21 AM PDT

Social mingling shapes and transforms the 'vocabularies' of apes, just like in humans, according to new research.

Bacteria-shredding insect wings inspire new antibacterial packaging

Posted: 21 Mar 2022 07:38 AM PDT

Inspired by the bacteria-killing wings of insects like cicadas, scientists have developed a natural antibacterial texture for use on food packaging to improve shelf life and reduce waste.