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Mathematical physics

Loops of ribbon inspire physicists

11 Nov 2016
Photograph of a looped paper ribbon
In the loop: paper ribbons could shed light on DNA. (Courtesy: Hirofumi Wada)
A simple study of how loops of ribbon respond when tightened has revealed a variety of different beh

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Sophia Chen is a freelance writer based in Tucson, Arizona
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