Richard E Johnston

This study shows fungus-farming ants convert atmospheric CO2 into biomineral armor, offering a natural example of carbon sequestration that could inform climate change mitigation strategies.

This study investigates the biomechanical development in leaf-cutter ants, finding that increased bite force and head capsule rigidity in older workers may underlie age polyethism.

The paper uses correlative imaging techniques to analyze the microstructural and crystallographic properties of barnacle wall-plate joints, revealing functionally-graded orientations and nano-scale pore networks.

This study examines structural, chemical, and mechanical variations in the cuttlebone of Sepia officinalis, revealing how different layers and structures contribute to its strength and buoyancy.