"DNA-Glass Fusion: Creating Ultralight, Super Strong Materials"
TL;DR
Scientists from Columbia University, the University of Connecticut, and Brookhaven National Laboratory have developed an ultralight high-strength material by combining DNA and glass. By coating specialized pieces of DNA with a pure form of glass, the team created a lightweight material that surpasses the strength of steel, meeting the demand for strong yet lightweight materials in various industries.
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