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Scientists are using 'superworms' as a safer, efficient way to clean animal skeletons

To clean animal skeletons used for research and education, scientists are turning to a new type of beetle larva. These "superworms" provide an efficient solution to a difficult challenge.

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Ari Daniel is a freelance contributor to NPR's Science desk.