Biomimicry

Author: Catherine Cabrera — Microbiologist, chemist and Data Scientist Have you ever stopped to wonder how we learn? As a scientist, I find this absolutely fascinating. Every single thought and action we have ever made is controlled by one of the most incredible organs in our bodies — the brain…

“Nature picked me up by the scruff of my neck and I rested in her teeth for a while.” Lucy Jones, Finding Eden. Does winter feel more grim when you spend summer out in the fields, meadows and woodlands? Probably. This winter has felt long and muddy and bare. As…

‘Life Creates the Conditions for Life to Thrive’ is a core organising principle in Biomimicry. Biomimicry, for those new to this concept, is the practice of reconnecting with, learning from and emulating nature’s forms, processes and systems. This in turn supports the creation of innovative, sustainable, regenerative human products, processes…

You have discovered your place in developing regenerative solutions, whether you are a student, parent, educator, businessperson, or concerned citizen. Over three billion years of research, nature has evolved and solved many problems of animals, plants and other organisms which have engineered themselves to survive, thrive this far without producing…

Throughout the ages, mankind has looked to nature for inspiration when constructing objects, machines, and buildings. The remarkable achievements of living beings have always been recognized, and humans have endeavored to replicate them for their own benefit. Today, we have the ability to take this practice to a new level…

The design can shape our environment and impact our lives in profound ways. However, with this power comes a responsibility to consider the impact of our work on the environment and the natural world. …

Once upon a time, there was a team of aerospace engineers who were tasked with creating innovative and sustainable technology for the future. They knew they had to think outside the box to create something groundbreaking. …

Nature has always inspired humanity, and its vast diversity of species and ecosystems has provided valuable insights into the complex and efficient systems that have evolved over millions of years. Biomimicry, known as biomimetics, looks to nature to solve human problems. By emulating natural systems and processes, biomimicry offers innovative…

The conscious emulation of life’s genius Did you know Velcro, our beloved hooks-and-loops friend, was created because of a dog and some cockle burrs? Did you know the bullet train was redesigned using three different bird anatomies? And planes were inspired by the flight of birds? What do all of these have in common? They are…