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Barnacle Polymers, Two Week Brain, Elephant Memory

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Barnacles to Biofilms: Innovative Infection Solutions

This chapter explores groundbreaking research from Northeastern University that leverages barnacle cleaning methods to combat bacterial infections, particularly focusing on disrupting biofilms. It highlights the development of a synthetic polymer inspired by these methods, enhancing antibiotic effectiveness against resistant bacteria, while also touching upon the significance of sleep for cognitive health.

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