Resources Page

I've been exploring the intersection of nature, business, technology, art, design. Here are a few resources I've collected and categorized — and now shared with you.

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Biomimicry Beginnings
Research Databases
Podcasts
Nature-Inspirations
Business
Life-Friendly Chemistry
Just for Fun

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Getting Started with Biomimicry

Biomimicry Toolbox

Biomimicry definitions, descriptions, and processes.

Biomimicry Education - Getting Started

A list of places to start learning and practicing biomimicry

Zygote Quarterly

Science and design magazine that showcases bio-inspired ideas and philosophies.

30 Days of Inspiration

A month of activities to connect with nature, compiled by Biomimicry 3.8.

Research Databases

AskNature .org

A searchable database of strategies of the natural world. Are you researching "How does nature do X?" Type your function in to start your list of nature-inspirations.

Materiom

Open source bio-materials recipies - chemistry in your kitchen! This page talks about their philosophy and approach.

Find Structure

A biomimetic database of natural functions and mechanisms, searchable by structure, function or organism. This link leads to their about and how-to page.

Podcasts

Future Ecologies

A podcast that mixes science, sociology, music, and storytelling to explore the multi-scale relationships of nature and people.

Lily Learns from Nature

Thoughtful and gentle conversations about nature, science, and solving problems.

The Emerald

⩹ Currents and trends through a mythic lens ⩺

A philosophy podcast that builds on myth, story, and imagination. This link will take you to an episode titled “Healing the Science-Spirit Divide.”

Nature-Inspirations

Nature Journaling

How to get started with nature journaling and tips to keep you going.

Madden Science Videos

Science videos showcasing strategies from the natural world.

MicroAngela (Photos)

Insects and other organisms seen through microscopes and highlighted in colour.

Deep Look Videos

Five minute videos about micro-biologies.

Biomimicry and Philosophy (Resource List)

A list of books and resources to dive into the philosophical side.

Business

Social Business Model Canvas

A business model canvas is a way to test or prototype a business. This version is useful for biomimicry practitioners and includes categories for partnerships and social value.

Entrepreneurial Canvases

Alternatives to the business model canvas that focus on social innovation and entrepreneurship.

Investing in Life Sciences (Video)

Focusing on the development and patenting of medicine and health technologies, this video has several useful insights for innovative businesses — especially those entering highly-regulated markets.