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December 2011 PMID 21701145

Are wet-induced wrinkled fingers primate rain treads?

Mark Changizi, Romann Weber, Ritesh Kotecha, Joseph Palazzo

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Peak: 2 in Dec 2020
across 7 sources since Jun 2011

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

Most comments reflect support and curiosity, with posts referencing the drainage function of wrinkles and evolutionary benefits, such as 'enabling efficient removal of water' and 'improving grip'; the tone blends scientific interest with casual curiosity, indicating moderate engagement and acknowledgment of its potential significance.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions support the idea that wet wrinkles serve as drainage or grip-enhancing adaptations, showing strong agreement with the research findings.

InterestModerate interest

Participants show moderate curiosity about the biological functions, with some expressing fascination, but overall interest remains relatively neutral or casual.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments include references to scientific details like morphology and drainage networks, indicating some analytical engagement, but not deeply technical or critical.

ImpactModerate impact

The posts suggest the research could influence understanding of primate evolution or practical applications, but overall the impact appears limited to scientific curiosity rather than broad societal change.

Abstract in brief

  • Wet fingers and toes wrinkle when wet, and this was thought to be caused by osmotic reactions, but surgeons found that nerve cuts prevent wrinkling, suggesting a neurological basis.
  • Research indicates that these wrinkles are not just random but have evolved to improve grip in wet conditions, acting like drainage systems.
  • The design of these wrinkles helps remove water from the skin surface, making it easier to hold objects when wet, thereby enhancing grip efficiency.]
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Bioaprender
@Bioaprender · X

Changizi, M., Weber R., Kotecha, R., Palazzo, J. (2010). Are wet-induced wrinkled fingers primate rain treads? Brain Behav Evol 77:286-290.

Aug 18, 2020 · 1 like · 2,451 followers View post →
Yoshimune Nonomura 野々村美宗 『化粧品のための界面化学』
@YoNonomura · X

Wrinkle:　 Are wet-induced wrinkled fingers primate rain treads?　https://t.co/mUJ68BpNYs

Aug 26, 2022 · 1 like · 1,245 followers View post →
akira_ oto
@akira_goto · X

（メモ）気が向いたら読んでみる（元論文） -- Are Wet-Induced Wrinkled Fingers Primate Rain Treads? Changizi M., et al. Brain Behav Evol 2011;77:286–290 DOI: 10.1159/000328223 https://t.co/MtA5zacE4T

Dec 12, 2020 · 774 followers View post →
Nectapharma
@nectapharma · X

Mar 10, 2025 · 649 followers View post →
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@_No_Hindrance_ · X

@meth0307 元ネタはこれかな？ > We show that their morphology has the signature properties of drainage networks, enabling efficient removal of water from the gripped surface. https://t.co/Q4VKyP261V

Dec 12, 2020 · 99 followers View post →
壱屯圓
@ittonen · X

Are Wet-Induced Wrinkled Fingers Primate Rain Treads? https://t.co/7cxkW950qd

Jun 23, 2024 · 29 followers View post →

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Machine Gun Learning
@MarcoPaol0 · X

@Speranzakemuore @Rotelli_MD Changizi, M., Weber, R., Kotecha, R., & Palazzo, J. (2011). Are wet-induced wrinkled fingers primate rain treads? Brain, Behavior and Evolution, 77(4), 286-290.

Jul 15, 2025 · 5 followers View post →
Nectapharma
@nectapharma · X

Mar 10, 2025 · 649 followers View post →
壱屯圓
@ittonen · X

Are Wet-Induced Wrinkled Fingers Primate Rain Treads? https://t.co/7cxkW950qd

Jun 23, 2024 · 29 followers View post →
Yoshimune Nonomura 野々村美宗 『化粧品のための界面化学』
@YoNonomura · X

Wrinkle:　 Are wet-induced wrinkled fingers primate rain treads?　https://t.co/mUJ68BpNYs

Aug 26, 2022 · 1 like · 1,245 followers View post →
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@_No_Hindrance_ · X

@meth0307 元ネタはこれかな？ > We show that their morphology has the signature properties of drainage networks, enabling efficient removal of water from the gripped surface. https://t.co/Q4VKyP261V

Dec 12, 2020 · 99 followers View post →
akira_ oto
@akira_goto · X

（メモ）気が向いたら読んでみる（元論文） -- Are Wet-Induced Wrinkled Fingers Primate Rain Treads? Changizi M., et al. Brain Behav Evol 2011;77:286–290 DOI: 10.1159/000328223 https://t.co/MtA5zacE4T

Dec 12, 2020 · 774 followers View post →
Bioaprender
@Bioaprender · X

Changizi, M., Weber R., Kotecha, R., Palazzo, J. (2010). Are wet-induced wrinkled fingers primate rain treads? Brain Behav Evol 77:286-290.

Aug 18, 2020 · 1 like · 2,451 followers View post →
International Society for Neuroethology
@neuroethology.org · Bluesky

Brain, Behav Evol: Are Wet-Induced Wrinkled Fingers Primate Rain Treads? http://bit.ly/mL9ptd

Jun 22, 2011 View post →