The apple of discord: can spider cocoons be equipped with antimicrobial factors?—a systematic review
Abstract The antimicrobial properties of spider silk have been a topic of scientific intrigue since ancient times. Despite extensive research, the question remains unresolved due to conflicting findings and methodological challenges. This work revisits and synthesizes current knowledge, proposing th...
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| Main Authors: | Mateusz Glenszczyk, Artur Lis, Weronika Porc, Magdalena Pacwa-Płociniczak, Agnieszka Babczyńska |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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2025-05-01
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| Series: | Frontiers in Zoology |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12983-025-00563-5 |
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