Spontaneous curvature (IMAGE) ARC Centre of Excellence in Exciton Science Caption The spontaneous curvature of seed pods opening in nature, an inspiration behind the research conducted. Credit Benjamin Abécassis, CNRS Usage Restrictions For use with this story only License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.