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Can shark skin help us to fight hospital bugs?
Sharks are one of the ocean's most efficient predators. Their sharp senses and torpedo-shaped bodies have been finely tuned over millions of years. But now it looks like their skin also provides them with an advantage.
Digital producers: Jennifer Green and Jack Burgess
Animator: Jules Bartl
With thanks to Andrew Gillis (University of Cambridge) and Anthony Brennan (University of Florida).
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