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Super-polymer could reduce head injuries in rugby

Video. Could this new material make rugby safer for young players?

Updated: 24/02/2026 - 7:00 GMT+1

The material stays soft and flexible during normal play but stiffens instantly on impact to absorb energy, potentially lowering the force transferred to the brain.

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