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Scientists Create Material That Can Shapeshift and Expand 80,000% Using Only Light
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Thedebrief
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Aug. 25, 2026, 12:22 p.m.
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Science
tech
artificial light
innovation
Material Science
Hydrogels
Light-responsive materials
Summary
Scientists have developed a revolutionary hydrogel that can expand up to 80,000% in just 40 seconds and can be reshaped or reprogrammed with light, showcasing remarkable advancements in material science.
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