Researchers discovered a bio-inspired liquid flow control method in an African plant, potentially advancing fluid dynamics and nature-inspired materials technologies.

Researchers at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University discovered a bio-inspired liquid flow control method in an African plant, which could pave the way for advancements in fluid dynamics and nature-inspired materials technologies. The study, published in Science, reveals a previously unknown way the plant controls water movement and could inspire breakthroughs in applications like microassays, medical diagnosis, and solar desalination.

July 02, 2024
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