Infrared Adaptive Materials: Beyond the Visible: Bioinspired Infrared Adaptive Materials (Adv. Mater. 14/2021)

In article number 2004754, Ling Wang, Wei Feng, Quan Li, and co-workers comprehensively review bioinspired infrared adaptive materials and their applications in the areas of smart camouflage, thermal-energy management, and emerging near-infrared technologies. The cover image shows the unprecedented infrared adaptation capability of Saharan silver ants that helps them to survive under extreme hot weather.