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Biomimicry: Innovation Inspired by Nature,Used
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Repackaged with a new afterword, this 'valuable and entertaining' (New York Times Book Review) book explores how scientists are adapting nature's best ideas to solve tough 21st century problems.Biomimicry is rapidly transforming life on earth. Biomimics study nature's most successful ideas over the past 3.5 million years, and adapt them for human use. The results are revolutionizing how materials are invented and how we compute, heal ourselves, repair the environment, and feed the world.Janine Benyus takes readers into the lab and in the field with maverick thinkers as they: discover miracle drugs by watching what chimps eat when they're sick; learn how to create by watching spiders weave fibers; harness energy by examining how a leaf converts sunlight into fuel in trillionths of a second; and many more examples.Composed of stories of vision and invention, personalities and pipe dreams, Biomimicry is must reading for anyone interested in the shape of our future.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Biomimicry: Innovation Inspired by Nature'? A: The main theme of the book is how scientists and innovators are looking to nature for inspiration to solve complex problems faced in the 21st century. It highlights how nature's successful strategies over millions of years can lead to innovative solutions in various fields.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Biomimicry: Innovation Inspired by Nature' is Janine Benyus, a renowned biologist and innovation consultant.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Biomimicry: Innovation Inspired by Nature'? A: The book contains a total of 308 pages.
- Q: When was 'Biomimicry: Innovation Inspired by Nature' published? A: The book was published on September 17, 2002.
- Q: What topics does the book cover? A: The book covers a range of topics related to innovation inspired by nature, including examples from biology, materials science, energy solutions, health care, and environmental restoration.
- Q: Is 'Biomimicry: Innovation Inspired by Nature' suitable for all readers? A: Yes, the book is suitable for anyone interested in science, innovation, and sustainability, making it accessible for both general readers and professionals.
- Q: Does the book include real-life examples of biomimicry? A: Yes, the book includes numerous real-life examples of how biomimicry is being applied in various fields, such as medicine, architecture, and engineering.
- Q: Is this book a new edition? A: Yes, this is the second edition of 'Biomimicry: Innovation Inspired by Nature', which features a new afterword.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about the principles of biomimicry, innovative practices inspired by nature, and insights into how these ideas can be implemented to address global challenges.