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Spider silk is spun by silkworms for the first time, offering a green alternative to synthetic fibers (phys.org)
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Scientists in China have synthesized spider silk from genetically modified silkworms, producing fibers six times tougher than the Kevlar used in bulletproof vests.

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[–] WijFij 3 points 1 year ago

We all know this is step one to spiderman right?

  1. Worms creating spider silk
  2. Humans creating spider silk
  3. ???
  4. Spiderman