Celebrate 20 years of biomimicry! Join us for the replay of our 20th Anniversary Virtual Party, a joyful gathering rooted in connection and beauty. This special event highlights the evolving story

Celebrate 20 years of biomimicry! Join us for the replay of our 20th Anniversary Virtual Party, a joyful gathering rooted in connection and beauty. This special event highlights the evolving story of AskNature.org, the vision behind the Ray of Hope Accelerator, and heartfelt insights from co-founder Janine Benyus.

Whether you've been with us since the beginning or are new to biomimicry, this celebration is for you. Thank you for growing with us; let's continue designing with nature for a thriving future.

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Commercial pollination faces significant challenges due to declining local pollinator populations and reliance on honeybees. BloomX offers a solution with devices like Robee and Crossbee, which

Commercial pollination faces significant challenges due to declining local pollinator populations and reliance on honeybees. BloomX offers a solution with devices like Robee and Crossbee, which mimic natural bee pollination strategies, including buzz and electrostatic methods. Embracing this technology can reduce dependence on commercial honeybees, mitigate disease spread, and secure abundant food production for the future.

The Ray of Hope Accelerator supports nature-inspired solutions addressing global environmental and sustainability challenges. Created in honor of Ray C. Anderson, this program recognized BloomX as a 2022 finalist. For more information, visit the Ray of Hope Accelerator, the Ray C. Anderson Foundation, and BloomX.

Biofertilizers, which use living soil microbes to enhance plant growth, face a challenge: delicate bacteria often die on the shelf before application. Inspired by resilient tardigrades and

Biofertilizers, which use living soil microbes to enhance plant growth, face a challenge: delicate bacteria often die on the shelf before application. Inspired by resilient tardigrades and silkworm silk, Ivu Biologics developed a biodegradable seed coating. This innovation extends microbe shelf-life, boosting crop yields, restoring soil health, and reducing the need for conventional fertilizers and pesticides.

Ivu Biologics was a finalist for the 2022 Ray of Hope Prize. The Ray of Hope Accelerator (formerly Prize), created in honor of Ray C. Anderson, supports nature-inspired solutions for environmental and sustainability challenges. This program fosters innovative startups like Ivu Biologics, contributing to a sustainable and resilient world.

Climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe suggests a new approach to discussing climate change: connect through shared values like family and community, rather than rehashing data. In her inspiring TED

Climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe suggests a new approach to discussing climate change: connect through shared values like family and community, rather than rehashing data. In her inspiring TED Talk, Hayhoe emphasizes that hope begins with conversation, prompting people to realize they already care about a changing climate.

The TED Talks channel features leading thinkers sharing insights on Technology, Entertainment, Design, science, business, and global issues, all in 18 minutes or less.

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The chemical industry currently relies on fossil fuels and extreme temperature and pressure, leading to high energy consumption, gigatons of CO2 emissions, and dangerous byproducts. Even existing

The chemical industry currently relies on fossil fuels and extreme temperature and pressure, leading to high energy consumption, gigatons of CO2 emissions, and dangerous byproducts. Even existing sustainable alternatives are often inefficient. Inspired by nature, Anodyne Chemistries has innovated a new bioelectric manufacturing process, offering a more efficient and sustainable solution than current thermochemical methods.

Anodyne Chemistries was a finalist for the 2022 Ray of Hope Prize, which supports nature-inspired solutions for global environmental challenges. The Ray of Hope Accelerator continues to foster a vibrant global community of innovative, nature-inspired startups. Learn more about Anodyne Chemistries and the Biomimicry Institute.

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Traditional surface finishing technologies, including chemical etching and sandblasting, often rely on ecologically harmful processes. Fusion Bionic offers a sustainable alternative with its

Traditional surface finishing technologies, including chemical etching and sandblasting, often rely on ecologically harmful processes. Fusion Bionic offers a sustainable alternative with its Direct Laser Interference Patterning (DLIP) technology.

DLIP creates functional surface textures inspired by nature, mimicking structures found on lotus leaves and shark skin. This innovative approach earned Fusion Bionic recognition as a runner-up for the prestigious Ray of Hope Prize.

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Comedian Patti Hope discovered unique interactions hosting diverse guests through Airbnb. Following her husband's death and the restoration of a New Jersey farmstead, she opened her home,

Comedian Patti Hope discovered unique interactions hosting diverse guests through Airbnb. Following her husband's death and the restoration of a New Jersey farmstead, she opened her home, realizing guests sought more than lodging—they found a sense of belonging, leaving a part of themselves behind.

With over 30 years as a nonprofit executive, Patti transitioned to stand-up comedy, speaking, and writing in Florida. Her journey, including hosting travelers via the sharing economy since 2013, profoundly shapes her current work.

This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

CompPair has developed a groundbreaking self-healing composite material. Triggered by heat, this innovative resin allows products to repair themselves, much like living organisms. This technology

CompPair has developed a groundbreaking self-healing composite material. Triggered by heat, this innovative resin allows products to repair themselves, much like living organisms. This technology extends product lifetimes, significantly reducing waste and energy consumption, thereby boosting the circular economy.

CompPair was a finalist for the 2023 Ray of Hope Prize. The Ray of Hope Accelerator, built upon eight years of programming and honoring Ray C. Anderson, supports nature-inspired solutions addressing global environmental challenges. It continues to foster a vibrant community of innovative, nature-inspired startups.

Learn more: CompPair | Ray of Hope Accelerator | Biomimicry Institute | Ray C. Anderson Foundation