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 ...

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

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