The de-icing properties of polar bear sebum could fuel new innovations, scientists say, potentially unlocking alternatives to ...

Discover the amazing properties of polar bear fur that repel ice and prevent ice buildup. Learn how their specialized hair ...

Polar bear fur resists ice because of a natural greasy coating called sebum. This helps them move quietly while hunting.

Preventing ice buildup in extreme temperatures has long vexed industries from aviation to energy, but a new study suggests ...

Have you ever wondered why a polar bear’s fur doesn’t freeze? CNN’s Randi Kaye examines new research highlighting the benefits of their greasy fur and how it could be applied to future anti-icing ...

Unique lipids in polar bear sebum prevent ice accumulation, paving the way for eco-friendly anti-icing materials.

An international study published in Science Advances has explored the anti-icing properties of polar bear fur in extreme Arctic conditions, revealing a unique mix of lipids in the fur’s sebum – an ...

Comparing fur samples collected from animals in Svalbard, Norway, an international team of researchers first identified that ...

New research reveals that polar bears use more than just thick fur to survive the Arctic—they also have a natural oil that ...

New research finds grease that coats polar bear fur contains a specialized mixture of chemicals that make it resistant to ...

Polar bears on ice in Northern Canada. Nano-physicist Bodil Holst's interest in polar bear fur began while she was watching a German quiz show. "I learned that polar bears are invisible in ...