Slug mucus used to create super-strong glue that stops internal bleeding
  • 7 years ago
Sticky slug mucus has been used to create a glue that can stop internal bleeding by binding biological tissues—even when they're wet. The adhesive has been tested on a range of tissues, including a pig's beating heart, and was found to be safe and effective at sealing wounds—potentially paving the way for better way to seal wounds after surgeries on humans.