Why polar bear fur doesn't freeze
New research finds grease that coats polar bear fur contains a specialized mixture of chemicals that make it resistant to freezing
Polar bear fur could hold the secret to replacing ‘forever chemicals’
Now, researchers have discovered the bears have another unexpected Arctic adaptation: greasy fur. It’s a trait that, surprisingly, might help us find alternatives to “forever chemicals,” a class of widely used compounds that are linked to a range of health problems in people.
How Do Polar Bears Keep Ice Off Their Fur? New Study Reveals the Secret—and It Could Improve Technology
The de-icing properties of polar bear sebum could fuel new innovations, scientists say, potentially unlocking alternatives to harmful “forever chemicals” used in ice-resistant coatings today
Breaking the ice-repelling secrets of polar bear fur
Ice-repelling properties of polar bear fur sebum offer sustainable solutions for preventing ice buildup on infrastructure.
Oily polar bear hair won't ice up thanks to special sebum
You have something in common with polar bears. Polar bears and humans produce sebum. It's an oily substance that comes from our hair glands. In humans, sebum helps protect your skin from irritation, infections and even helps regulate your body temperature.
Here's how Polar Bear's thrive in freezing Arctic Water
Polar bears thrive in the harsh Arctic due to unique adaptations. Scientists discovered their greasy fur prevents ice from sticking, helping them stay warm. A study analyzed the chemical makeup of their hair,
Manitoba Tory leadership candidate jokes about letting polar bears loose to combat homelessness
Manitoba Progressive Conservative Party leadership candidate Wally Daudrich joked to a group of party members that he could ...
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Joyful Polar Bear Playing with Ball in Snow Gives Total Human Kid Vibes
Polar bears are very beautiful, powerful creatures. But did you also know that they are incredibly playful? They just love to ...
Polar bears to take the plunge in Lewisburg on Saturday
The chilling waters of the Susquehanna River worked its magic on Paula Snyder in 2023. Snyder, 74, of Lewisburg, said she is participating in the 21st Annual Lewisburg Polar Bear Plunge on Saturday ...
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Fans spoke. The Mets listened. The Polar Bear is back
Pete Alonso is still a Met. And this one is as much about Mets fans as it is about their baseball team. Sometimes it’s a good ...
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This is how much climate change has impacted polar bear populations
Scientists have quantified how much climate change has driven the population decline of polar bears living in Canada's Hudson ...
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Polar Bear Plunge 2025 | PHOTOS
Plungers ran into the cold Chesapeake Bay this weekend marking the 29th annual Special Olympics Maryland Polar Bear Plunge.
PC leadership candidate jokes about letting polar bears loose to combat homelessness
Manitoba Progressive Conservative Party leadership candidate Wally Daudrich joked to a group of party members this week he ...