Now You See Me, Now You Don’t: The Science Behind Vanishing Acts

Rapid Summary

• Researchers have studied nanostructured reflecting plates in squid cells.
• Thes plates allow squids to rapidly switch between colored and near-clear states.

Indian Opinion Analysis
The study on squid cells highlights the advanced biological mechanisms that could inspire developments in materials science and technology globally. For India, advancements like these can have implications for industries such as defense (camouflage technologies), textiles, and bioengineering, fostering innovation through collaboration with international research communities. Encouraging domestic research into biomimicry could also enhance india’s ability to leverage such findings for practical applications.

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