(CNN) — A rare iron mineral has been discovered in the teeth of a living organism for the first time — one that bears the pet name “wandering meatloaf.” While it sounds like a tour update for the ...

When it comes to body armor, there's typically a trade-off – it can either be highly impact-resistant or flexible, but not both. That may not be the case for much longer, however, thanks to an ...

Researchers identify a new protein—radular teeth matrix protein 1 that regulates the deposition of iron oxide in chiton teeth—an iron-based biomineral with strong magnetic properties. “Mineralization” ...

You'd probably walk past a chiton without even seeing it. These creatures often look like nothing more than another speck of seaweed on the crusty intertidal rocks. But it sees you. At least, if it's ...

You’d probably walk past a chiton without even seeing it. These creatures often look like nothing more than another speck of seaweed on the crusty intertidal rocks. But it sees you. At least, if it’s ...

Organic scaffolds in biominerals generally comprise a fibrous structural element, for example, collagen in bone 7 or chitin in molluscs and crustaceans 8. Acidic macromolecules, such as the ...