Learning from Nature: The Biomimicry Podcast with Lily Urmann
We share this planet with millions of species, each full of hidden wisdom shaped by eons of evolution. Biomimicry draws inspiration from nature’s genius to create designs that nurture both people and the planet. Join Lily Urmann, biomimic and educator, as she reveals how this powerful practice sparks innovation across fields. Together, let’s discover what we can learn from nature.
Learning from Nature: The Biomimicry Podcast with Lily Urmann
How Does Nature Optimize Space and Manage Compression? With Dr. Clint Penick
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Honeycomb and hexagonal shapes are very popular in the biomimicry design space, but what makes them efficient and resilient? In this episode, Dr. Clint Penick dives deep into the function of optimizing space and managing compression, as it relates to bee and wasp nests. There is so much more to the honeycomb shape than most people initially realize, and this conversation sheds light on some of the details behind this "genius" in the natural world. We also chat about urban ecology, social insects, the importance of collaborative research, and so much more.
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