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Scientists at the University of Nottingham have developed a technique to produce chemically functionalised spider silk that can be tailored to applications used in drug delivery, regenerative medicine and wound healing.
WATCH: This Gigantic Huntsman Spider Ate a Lizard on a Family’s Living Room Window
Researchers found that despite not having ears--or ear drums--jumping spiders can perceive airborne sound.
Spiders Lack Ears, But They Can Hear Through Their Leg Hairs
Study finds jumping spiders can detect sound at greater distances than previously thought.
The Case of the Virus That Stole Black Widow Spider DNA
Study finds bacteriophage contains genes coding for a toxin found in spider venom.
The spiderlings also grew nearly 20 percent larger, and survived about 50 percent longer, than those whose mothers did not eat their mates.
By recreating fear memories and disrupting them, exposure therapy can be made more effective.
Personality Mixing Helps Spider Colonies Survive Harsh Conditions
Docile and aggressive spiders are better off together.
Groups of only shy spiders get hit hard.