mantis shrimp
How Mantis Shrimps Punch Above Their Weight
A detailed understanding of the properties that give mantis shrimp super-strong dactyl clubs could inform the design of bullet-proof materials and long-lasting hip implants.
Seeing Cancer With Mantis Shrimp Eyes
Inspired by the mantis shrimp's elegant visual system based on polarized light, scientists have developed a camera that can see cancer.
Shrimp Gives Insight Into Color Vision
Researchers have uncovered new insights into color vision by studying the mantis shrimp.
Peacock Mantis Shrimp Inspires Better CDs, DVDs
Inspired by the eye of the peacock mantis shrimp, researchers have developed a waveplate that could improve CD and DVD technology.
