The findings are the first to quantify how much work goes into switching on chromatophores, the specialized color-changing organs connected to cephalopods’ muscle and nervous systems, which dot the ...

Octopuses are renowned for their instant color-changing abilities, a skill they use to outwit predators and surprise prey. Yet, the energy cost behind this extraordinary camouflage has remained a ...

New octopus-inspired artificial skin mimics marine camouflage, enabling materials to transform in color and texture for ...

Learn more about the polymer film that can change color and texture when electron beams are applied.

The animals' camouflaging capabilities have long inspired humans. The new material could one day help researchers improve ...