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Butterfly Biomimicry Can Curb Counterfeiting of Banknotes

Image via University of Exeter The iridescence of butterfly wings have been the source of inspiration for more energy efficient yet vivid displays , but their shine is proving useful for brightening up not just our gadgets, but the money we buy them with as well. Researchers are looking in to how biomimicry can foil the efforts of would-be forgers, using the radiant colors created by light rather than pigment…. Read the full story on TreeHugger

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Butterfly Biomimicry Can Curb Counterfeiting of Banknotes