Short Wave All Hail The Butt Flicker
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Apr 14, 2025 
Saad Bhamla, a principal investigator at the Bhamla Lab, is revolutionizing science communication through comics. He discusses the incredible physics of the glassy-winged sharpshooter, which can eject pee faster than a cheetah accelerates. The conversation dives into his comic series that humorously showcases nature's wonders while making science approachable for younger audiences. Bhamla emphasizes bridging the gap between scientists and the public through engaging storytelling, highlighting that comics can spark curiosity and connection.
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Slingshot Spider Comic
- Saad Bhamla's lab published a comic about the slingshot spider.
- It details the spider's unique hunting mechanism, turning its web into a high-speed trap.
Science Accessibility
- Saad Bhamla found that scientific papers often lack accessibility for the general public.
- This inspired him to create comics alongside each research paper, making science more engaging.
Sharpshooter's Super Propulsion
- The Glassy-winged Sharpshooter, featured in a comic, uses "super propulsion" to flick pee.
- This ejection is 40 times faster than a cheetah's acceleration, aided by surface tension.