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Think Like a Tree: What We Can Learn From the Oaks That Survived Katrina

Architects and scientists may be able to work together to build natural-disaster resistant buildings...by looking at trees. The post Think Like a Tree: What We Can Learn From the Oaks That Survived...

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Think Like a Tree: How Shark Skin Can Save Us From Superbugs

Shark skin isn't just for suits (or sharks). It can prevent hospital-transmitted infections. The post Think Like a Tree: How Shark Skin Can Save Us From Superbugs appeared first on WIRED.

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Think Like a Tree: A New Kind of Eco-Friendly Concrete Inspired by Coral

Coral does a great job of sequestering carbon dioxide. One company is capitalizing on that to make concrete. The post Think Like a Tree: A New Kind of Eco-Friendly Concrete Inspired by Coral appeared...

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Termites Are Teaching Architects to Design Super-Efficient Skyscrapers

Mound termites are pros at building self-regulating homes. Human architects want to get in on the action. The post Termites Are Teaching Architects to Design Super-Efficient Skyscrapers appeared first...

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Humpback Whales Solve a Big Problem for Wind Turbines

What do a humpback and a wind turbine have in common? Scalloped blade edges. The post Humpback Whales Solve a Big Problem for Wind Turbines appeared first on WIRED.

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Mussels’ Sticky Secretions Make for Super-Strong Adhesives

The secret to super-sticky glue is in the secretions of mussels. The post Mussels’ Sticky Secretions Make for Super-Strong Adhesives appeared first on WIRED.

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Moths Inspire Anti-Glare Coatings That Grab Light and Don’t Let Go

Moth eyes drink in light. So scientists are copying the nanostructures on those eyes to make better solar panels. The post Moths Inspire Anti-Glare Coatings That Grab Light and Don’t Let Go appeared...

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Architecture Builds on the Intricate Structure of Bone

Buildings can learn a lot from your femurs. The post Architecture Builds on the Intricate Structure of Bone appeared first on WIRED.

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Airport Screening Machines Use Echolocation Like Bats Do

The Batmobile isn't the only mode of transportation that tips a hat to the bat. The post Airport Screening Machines Use Echolocation Like Bats Do appeared first on WIRED.

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