What happens when drunk worms meet advanced chemistry? In this jaw-dropping experiment that took home the 2024 Ig Nobel Chemistry Prize, scientists used alcohol-treated Tubifex worms to uncover how movement—yes, literal wiggling—affects separation in polymer-like systems. The 2024 Ig Nobel Chemistry Prize wasn’t just awarded for laughs; this quirky yet brilliant study revealed how worm activity, modulated by temperature and ethanol, impacts their movement through a scaled-up chromatography channel. It’s a hilarious setup with surprisingly profound implications, offering insights into everything from material science to microbial sorting. If you’re curious why the 2024 Ig Nobel Chemistry Prize celebrated ethanol-dipped worms, this video breaks down the science behind the laughter.

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