Biomimicry In Action

How does nature do it? Just one example from the video.

How does nature repel bacteria? The solution: Shark Skin. A company is now testing structures based on shark skin for surfaces in hospitals to prevent bacteria from “landing”.

Janine Benyus has a message for inventors: When solving a design problem, look to nature first. There you’ll find inspired designs for making things waterproof, aerodynamic, solar-powered and more. Here she reveals dozens of new products that take their cue from nature with spectacular results.

Have a look at a website about biomimicry: asknature.org