Stronger copper through twin power: Materials with structural gradients often have unique combinations of properties. Gradient-structured materials are found in nature and can be engineered. Cheng et al. made a structural gradient by introducing gradients of crystallographic twins into copper. This strategy creates bundles of dislocations in the crystal interiors, which makes the metal stronger than any of the individual components. This method offers promise for developing high-performance metals. Science , this issue p. eaau1925

Flexible integration spurs diverse applications in metal-organic frameworks (MOFs). However, current configurations suffer from the trade-off between MOF loadings and mechanical compliance. We report a wrinkled configuration of MOF thin films. We established an interfacial synthesis confined and controlled by a polymer topcoat and achieved multiple Turing motifs in the wrinkled thin films. These films have complete MOF surface coverage and exhibit strain tolerance up to 53.2%. The enhanced mechanical properties allow film transfer onto various substrates. We obtained membranes with large H ₂ /CO ₂ selectivity (41.2) and high H ₂ permeance (8.46 × 10 ³ gas permeation units), showcasing negligible defects after transfer. We also achieved soft humidity sensors on delicate electrodes by avoiding exposure to harsh MOF synthesis conditions. These results highlight the potential of wrinkled MOF thin films for plug-and-play integration.