Biomimicry

Why Macadamia Nutshells Are So Hard: Nature’s Strongest Biomaterial

Discover why macadamia nutshells are the hardest in the world. Learn about their lignin-rich structure, evolutionary role, nutritional benefits, biomimetic applications, and safe cracking methods.

2025.08.23

Living with Plants

Hacking the Structure of Maple Samaras with Photoresponsive Films! Enabling Flight Control.

This study mimics maple samaras with light-responsive films to create artificial seeds whose flight behavior can be tuned by UV light. A leap in biomimicry.

2024.06.03

Research

Biomimicry: Charging Smartphones with a Power-Generating Fabric Utilizing Plant Transpiration Mechanisms!

A groundbreaking fabric mimicking plant transpiration creates electricity through moisture flow—introducing MAC fabric, capable of charging smartphones with just 1 m² of material. Discover this weather-resilient, sustainable energy innovation inspired by nature.

2024.04.11

Research

Bioinspired Fog Harvesting: Plant–Insect Hybrid Design

A bioinspired fog collector combining plant and beetle traits. SHB–SHL patterns boost water capture efficiency by 42% with high durability.

2024.03.26

Research

Biomimicry Boosts Irrigation: Bodhi Leaf-Inspired Drip System

The BLAM emitter, inspired by Bodhi leaf morphology, delivers uniform, efficient water drops, boosting crop growth in arid and sandy soils.

2023.12.13

Research