Bioinspired Glass (IMAGE) McGill University Caption Researchers have turned to nature, and objects like seashells for inspiration, in order to create glass that is 200 times tougher than normal. Credit Francois Barthelat Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.