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The team concluded that each spore's surrounding structure likely absorbs harmful UV light and provides physical and chemical shielding.

He speculated that "they are taking them as shields" in case of an attack.

“Depending on the type of trust, assets placed in a trust may be shielded from creditors, lawsuits, or divorce settlements,” the law firm adds.

Initial laboratory tests confirmed that the hydrogel shield allowed the bacteria to survive simulated digestive conditions while still letting heme reach the sensor and trigger a glow.

These steps preserve Pennsylvania’s competitiveness and shield households from further economic strain.