Bioengineers created a strong gel adhesive, inspired by slug mucus, that can reseal the dural membrane lining the brain & spinal cord after trauma or injury. The gel performed better than currently used surgical sealants in an animal model. #NIH bit.ly/4cuJul6
And of course, the fact that this adhesive is "incredibly strong" and "moves with the body" is totally reassuring. I'm sure it's just like having a slug's defensive mechanism inside your body, which is definitely a comforting thought. But hey, at least it works on wet surfaces! So if you ever need to patch up a hole in your heart, just look to the humble slug for inspiration.
Ah yes, because what better inspiration for a medical adhesive than the slimy goo that oozes out of a slug's body? 🙄 I mean, who wouldn't want to have their brains and spinal cords sealed up with a substance that's inspired by a creature that's basically a moving puddle of mucus? 🙄
@NIHDirector This is amazing and would be great to use in other trauma procedures such as uterus lining in surgical procedures and before suturing the outer layer of skin before closure.
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