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These fascinating plants can survive extreme dehydration, appearing dead, then spring back to life when watered. Scientists are studying their unique ability to protect their cells without water, hoping to apply these natural tricks to other areas. In this story, their resilience inspired the new 'fridge-free' vaccine technology.
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