The Biomimicry Institute

GRATITUDE THROUGH COMMUNITY ?? As November winds down and 2025 comes into view, we take a moment to reflect on the extraordinary strides we’ve made this year. From our full-team Strategic Planning session in the inspiring landscapes of Santa Cruz to the launch of the AskNature Hive—an immersive global community—alongside a new website and our bold 10-year strategy, every milestone has brought us closer to a Nature Positive future. Thanks to the dedication of our small but mighty team and your unwavering support, our foundation has never been stronger. For this, and for the journey ahead, we are deeply grateful. ?? To show our gratitude, we invite you to join our global community of nature-inspired innovators and designers with an exclusive Buy One, Get One Free Annual membership to the AskNature Hive. ?? Whether you want to join with a friend or gift it to someone special in your life, this offer connects you both to a vibrant community dedicated to sustainable design solutions inspired by nature. It's the perfect way to give a meaningful end-of-year gift while contributing to our mission of a more sustainable future. You can make a difference for biomimicry, and bring a friend along too here ????https://ow.ly/7kbS50UgG17 ??Learn more about The Biomimicry Institute and the AskNature Hive on our website www.biomimicry.org. #biomimicry #gratitude #asknaturehive #community #biomimicrycommunity #bogo #buyonegetone

Yesterday, we announce the opening of an exciting new position at The Biomimicry Institute, the Head of Programs! Today, we'd like to invite all qualified candidates interested in learning more about the position and the Biomimicry Institute to join us for a 30-minute Live Q&A session on Zoom on Thursday, December 5th at 12:00pm PST. Refresh yourself with the job posting and qualifications here https://lnkd.in/g4Hfkpuk Signup for the Q&A session here https://lnkd.in/g9jU6YQE #wearehiring #biomimicryjobs #headofprograms #qandasession

An exciting new position has opened at The Biomimicry Institute ?? The Head of Programs develops, oversees, scales, and evaluates the Institute's programs and is responsible for ensuring they achieve our strategic plan goals, impact and outcomes, as well as any grant commitments. The right candidate for the job will lead and empower a diverse team to work collaboratively, and will represent the programs externally with confidence and enthusiasm. Their passion for the reconnection of people and nature through innovation and inspiration is contagious. Does this sound like you or someone you know? Read the full job description and apply here ???? https://lnkd.in/g4Hfkpuk The Biomimicry Institute is a fully remote organization. However, preferred candidates would reside in California, New York or Washington. Other locations, including global may be considered. As part of the application process, please submit a letter of interest. Applications missing this information will not be considered. We encourage people of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. Even if you don't think you're a perfect fit, apply anyway—you might have qualifications we haven't thought of yet. #wearehiring #headofprograms #remoteposition #biomimicry #seniormanager #supervisor #newjob #careeropportunity #hiringnow #employment #natureinspiredwork #remotework #hiring

December Live Conversation Announcement ?? Date: Thursday, 12/12 Time: 12:00pm PST Location: Zoom Event: Human Health Insights from Other Animals Join Dr. Barbara Natterson-Horowitz as she delves into the profound lessons nature's strategies offer for enhancing human health, resilience, and well-being. Dr. Natterson-Horowitz is a renowned physician, professor, and author whose groundbreaking work bridges the gap between veterinary and human medicine, uncovering evolutionary insights into disease prevention, treatment, and care. Through her lens, the natural world becomes a source of inspiration for addressing some of humanity's most pressing health challenges. The conversation will culminate in an interactive Q&A session before heading into the AskNature Hive where we'll dive even deeper into the topics discussed. Take advantage of our Buy One, Get One Annual Hive Membership offer here ???? https://lnkd.in/g8uCt6qC Save your seat today: https://lnkd.in/g5MAQAJJ #asknaturehive #biomimicry #liveconversation

The Tardigrade's Guide to Hydration All known life depends on liquid water. But tardigrades somehow manage to be able to lose 95% of their water, stay shriveled up and dried out for DECADES and then, with a spritz of water, saunter back off in their microscopic Winnie-the-Pooh ways. How do they do it? Magic. Actually not magic, but chemistry! Two molecular level tools make it possible. First, disordered proteins float around and as the water leaves, they get concentrated and fit together in a rambly, jumbled way that forms a protective matrix around the more delicate proteins necessary for life to function—this locks them up, preventing them from breaking down, and keeping them fresh and ready to function when water returns. The other bit of magic—err, chemistry—is trehalose. This is a sugar that serves a similar function on a larger scale, forming a protective shield around cellular structures, keeping them from collapsing and being torn apart during the drying process. Together, these molecular tools keep everything inside a dried out tardigrade safe and ready to roll when water gets absorbed back in, and life’s dynamic processes can begin again. We’ll leave you to contemplate what kind of mental state these animals experience during all of that. Read all about it on AskNature here ???? https://ow.ly/kt4Z50U7RN2 #asknature #tardigrade #itschemistrynotmagic

?? What if sustainable materials could enhance performance on even the toughest terrains? CompPair Technologies Ltd., part of our 2023 Ray of Hope Accelerator cohort, partnered with Composite Recycling to make this a reality with their latest innovation—a roof scoop made from recycled fibers for the Objectif Dunes eco-efficient rally buggy. Here’s why this innovation matters: ?? Optimized Airflow – The roof scoop channels air directly to the engine, boosting cooling and efficiency, critical for high-performance in desert conditions. ? Circular Materials – By integrating recycled fibers, they’re setting a new standard for sustainable composites, proving that high durability and eco-efficiency can go hand in hand. ?? Eco-Efficient Repair – CompPair’s self-healing composites make in-field repairs a breeze, enhancing both performance and sustainability during the rally. This collaboration doesn’t just highlight what’s possible with advanced composites; it showcases how sustainable materials can bring uncompromised performance in the most challenging environments. See how they’re driving the future of racing with sustainable innovation: Read the full article https://lnkd.in/gbmjkhu3 #biomimicry #rayofhopeaccelerator #recycledfibers #composites #selfhealingcomposites

?? By bringing founders together in nature, away from the pressures of daily life, and providing them with the tools and space to build deep connections, we create the conditions for a thriving ecosystem of collaboration and support. This ecosystem can become a powerful force for scaling nature-inspired innovations and driving the systemic change needed to address our climate crisis. Our Ray of Hope Accelerator team took the 2024 Cohort to the Catskills for a reconnection with nature's genius. Read The Biomimicry Institute's Sarah McInerney's reflections from the Ray of Hope Accelerator Nature Retreat here ???? https://lnkd.in/gbqSp6wp Learn more about the Accelerator here ???? https://lnkd.in/dJW8yhGX Check out the Ray of Hope teams' Innovation pages on AskNature.org ???? https://lnkd.in/gJSFB-my Special thanks to the Ray C. Anderson Foundation for their continued support of the Ray of Hope program. #biomimicry #rayofhopeaccelerator #natureretreat #founders #innovation #asknature

?? The More You Snow ?? Citizen science, meet outdoor recreation. Algae is the hidden life form that gives a reddish blush to mountain snowfields and, like other algae, this kind runs on chlorophyll. So why doesn’t it look green? Slide on over to AskNature.org to learn how microbiologist Robin Kodner and mountain-lovers are teaming up to better understand this aesthetic, snowy phenomenon. The Strategy ???? https://ow.ly/LbM250U4wM1 Microscopy of chlamydomonas nivalis came from a figure in this open-access journal article ???? https://ow.ly/yIAT50U4wM3 ??Fun fact: One of the journal authors (Deheyn) used to be on TBI's board. #biomimicry #asknature #snowalgae

?? Tomorrow Friday, November 8th, we'll dive into architecture and design for November's Live Conversation. Join Amanda Sturgeon, FAIA Sturgeon, CEO of The Biomimicry Institute, and Erin Rovalo, Ph.D. Rovalo, Director of Education at the International Living Future Institute for a dynamic conversation around Biomimicry, Biophilia, and the Built Environment. This event is open to all, so save your seat today here ???? https://lnkd.in/gARky7QW #biomimicry #liveconversationseries #biophilia

?? Ivu Biologics is about to revolutionize the agriculture industry. The transition from chemical based fertilizers and pesticides to biological ones has been limited by the poor shelf life of biological fertilizers and pesticides. ?? Ivu Biologics, part of the Ray of Hope Accelerator cohort, is changing that! Inspired by tardigrades and silkworms, the team has developed a seed coating technology that binds growth-promoting microbes to seeds and allows the fragile microbes to survive on the shelf until they’re planted in fields, reducing the need for conventional fertilizers and pesticides. A total game changer in the industry. Animation: Jules Bartl Script and Narration: Charlotte Stoddart Sound Design: Nigel Manington Fact checker: Rachael Bale Special thanks to the Ray C. Anderson Foundation Take in the inspiring Strategy here ???? https://lnkd.in/dZMYffvU Check out Ivu Biologics Innovation page on AskNature here ???? https://lnkd.in/ds6nhRUX Watch the video on YouTube here ????https://lnkd.in/dZWNYThU Learn more about the Ray of Hope Accelerator here ???? https://lnkd.in/dJW8yhGX #biomimicry #asknature #innovation #tardigrades #silkworms #revolutionizeagriculture