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biomimicry [ˌbaɪəʊˈmɪmɪkrɪ] n (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Biology) the mimicking of life using imitation biological systems How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Self-assembly and biomimetics -- using the natural systems of woody plants as either the source of inspiration or the template for developing or manipulating unique nano-, micro-, and macro-scale polymer composites via biomimicry and/or direct assembly of molecules. CLEVER CAPSULES Numerous chemical processes could benefit from the sort of biomimicry that Warner is exploring. Having missed this vital point, the authors make a mishmash of proposals, including urging businesses to increase resource productivity radically, to practice biomimicry, to shift to a service and flow economy, and to invest in natural capital. |
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