How peacock feathers and butterfly wings have inspired a new generation of earthquake sensors

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How peacock feathers and butterfly wings have inspired a new generation of earthquake sensors
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'Whereas nature has developed these materials over millions of years we are slowly catching up in a much shorter period', researcher says

A peacock displays his tail feathers at Powis Castle, Wales, which has been closed for weeks due to the pandemicIt is a technology built into the very fabric of butterfly wings and peacock feathers - now scientists are hoping a new approach to creating colour changing crystals could help to keep us to keep on top of hand washing regimes, check our food is safe to eat and even predict earthquakes.

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