Researchers (IMAGE) Virginia Tech Caption In their Journal of Superhero Science publication, Max Mikel-Stites (center) and Anne Staples (right) explained how Ant-Man could overcome the 'death zone dilemma' while shrinking down to a size of an insect. Afreen Khoja (left), an undergraduate biological systems engineering major, is currently researching Princess Mera's hydrokinetic powers for the group's upcoming article on DC Comics characters Aquaman and Mera. Credit Virginia Tech Usage Restrictions None License Licensed 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.