Australia researchers develop new shark bite-resistant wetsuits

Scientists claim the bite-resistant wetsuits could protect swimmers from deadly shark attacks

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Shark bite‑resistant wetsuits could cut severe injuries, Australian study finds

Shark bite‑resistant wetsuits could cut severe injuries, Australian study finds

Researchers in Australia say they have developed a wetsuit that could protect swimmers from deadly shark attacks.

The new material is said to significantly reduce blood loss, increasing the victim’s window of survival.

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