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Podcast: Curiosity Weekly
Episode: Chernobyl Worms, Barnacle Proteins, Foot-Eye Coordination
Description: Today, youâll learn about a surprising discovery inside the worms of Chernobyl, a way to protect metals at sea inspired by barnacles, and foot-eye coordination.   Chernobyl Worms  âRadiation-proof Chernobyl worms offer answers about cancer.â by Paul McClure. 2024.  âChernobyl Accident 1986.â n.a. 2022.  âEnvironmental radiation exposure at Chornobyl has not systematically affected the genomes or chemical mutagen tolerance phenotypes of local worms.â by Sophia C. Tintori, et al. 2024.   Barnacle Proteins  âBarnacle proteins protect metals from corrosion in salt water.â by Prachi Patel. 2024.  âHow Does Salt Water Rust Metals?â By Claire Gillespie. 2018. ...