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Cover: After shedding its rigid exoskeleton, this newly molted blue crab (Callinectes sapidus) is supported by a thin, flimsy cuticle. As crabs switch from a rigid to a hydrostatic skeleton during molting, the function of the exoskeleton (cuticle) changes. Examination of the mechanical properties of the cuticle during the molt cycle reveals significant changes that correspond with the change in mechanical function of the cuticle (see article by J. R. A. Taylor, J. Hebrank and W. M. Kier, pp. 4272−4278). The cuticle mechanical properties facilitate the use of two different skeletal support systems. Photograph by William M. Kier.Close Modal - PDF Icon PDF LinkTable of contents
EDITORIAL
RESEARCH ARTICLE
OBITUARY
INSIDE JEB
Recognising our community as we approach JEB's centenary
In this Editorial, Craig Franklin, Michaela Handel and Kathryn Knight reflect on recent developments at JEB and acknowledge the support of the community during what has been a particularly challenging year. Looking forward, they discuss the journal’s centenary celebrations in 2023.
Our Transformative Journals have exceeded their OA growth targets
Development, Journal of Cell Science and Journal of Experimental Biology are Transformative Journals, meaning that they gradually increase their share of Open Access research content each year. Our journals have not only met, but exceeded their Open Access growth targets for 2021.
Find out more about our Transformative Journals and our Read & Publish initiative.
In the field: an interview with Roger Hanlon
Roger Hanlon talks about his fieldwork experiences diving all over the planet to understand cephalopod camouflage and communication.
How climbing parrots achieve pitch stability while ascending
Climbing parrots push and pull with their feet on ladder rungs and push with their tails to prevent themselves from toppling backward as they ascend.
Towards understanding the neural origins of hibernation
Madeleine Junkins, Sviatoslav Bagriantsev and Elena Gracheva review the role of the nervous system in hibernation, arguing that it actively promotes and supports the hibernation process rather than simply enduring it.
