A Stretch Spider in its resting position, with its long body and extra long legs stretched out in line. Raleigh, North Carolina.© samray/Shutterstock.com Scientific discoveries are typically made ...

Understanding how the stretching process strengthens spider silk is a key part of helping design stronger, biodegradable, silk-inspired materials for various applications. When spiders spin their webs ...

Scientific discoveries are typically made through observations of the natural world. From watching an apple fall from a tree to theories of evolution, our eyes are what provide us with the tools to ...