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1078 Stanford scientists create shape-shifting material that changes color and texture like an octopus

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ScienceDaily · 03/31/2026 04:49 EDT

A new shape-shifting material can change both its texture and color in seconds, inspired by the camouflage abilities of octopuses. By precisely controlling how a polymer swells with water, researchers can create detailed, reversible patterns at the nanoscale. The material can even mimic realistic surfaces and dynamically adjust how it reflects light. In the future, AI could allow it to automatically blend into its surroundings.

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