Inspired by mussels, this 12-year-old Florida student is competing for a $25,000 prize with her eco-friendly adhesive
Florida student Aaisha Asif named 2026 3M Young Scientist Challenge finalist with eco-friendly adhesive inspired by mussels Most people walk past mussels without giving it a second thought. However, these tiny shellfish possess an extraordinary ability that has fascinated scientists for decades – they can stick to rocks even when buffeted by powerful waves, thanks…