To check whether progesterone was the trigger, the researchers removed the female from the barrier tank and replaced her with conical plastic tubes coated with various chemical stimuli, sliding them into the small holes of the wall divider.
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Jacek Krywko,
ArsTechnica,
2 Apr. 2026
These materials can change shape in response to external stimuli such as heat or electricity, offering more efficient and compact actuation.
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Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Mar. 2026
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