Gianneschi Spider (IMAGE)

Northwestern University

Gianneschi Spider

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Latrodectus hesperus, known commonly as the black widow spider in North America. Researchers at Northwestern University and San Diego State University have unraveled the complex process of how black widow spiders transform proteins into steel-strength fibers, potentially aiding scientists in creating equally strong synthetic materials.

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Gregory Holland, San Diego State University

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