Developing a Safe Solution: The Quest for an Effective Shark Repellent

Scientists have developed an experimental spray that may be the first effective shark repellent. The idea emerged in 2001 after a series of shark attacks in the U.S. Chemist Eric Stroud was inspired by anecdotes suggesting dead sharks deter others, leading to a synthetic liquid mimicking these chemicals. After extensive testing in the Bahamas, the team hopes the repellent will protect both sharks and humans. With high demand, they aim to release an emergency kit next year, allowing safe swimming with sharks.

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