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

Polar bears might be greasier than widely believed. The bears’ greasy fur is the secret to the popular species’ survival in ...

Learn more about polar bear sebum, the oil on their fur that prevents ice from sticking to them, and how it could be used to ...

Ice-repelling properties of polar bear fur sebum offer sustainable solutions for preventing ice buildup on infrastructure.

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

An international team of scientists has discovered the anti-icing secret of polar bear fur—something that allows one of the ...

Scientists have found that sebum is what allows polar bears to stay insulated and thrive in some of Earth’s most punishing ...

“Inuit hunting stools are sometimes shod with polar bear fur on the feet to avoid noise when moving on the ice, while people ...

Polar bears have a built-in defense against ice — greasy fur. A team of scientists has discovered that their fur is coated in ...

Scientists have discovered the anti-icing secret of polar bear fur -- something that allows one of the planet's most iconic animals to survive and thrive in one of its most punishing climates. That ...