Biomimicry's surprising lessons from nature's engineers

TED2005 · 23:19 · Filmed Feb 2005
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In this inspiring talk about recent developments in biomimicry, Janine Benyus provides heartening examples of ways in which nature is already influencing the products and systems we build.

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Janine Benyus

Science writer, innovation consultant, conservationist

A self-proclaimed nature nerd, Janine Benyus' concept of biomimicry has galvanized scientists, architects, designers and engineers into exploring new ways in which nature's successes can inspire humanity. Full bio