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Michael Pawlyn of the Eden Project Talks up Biomimicry

This is from a TED talk and shares some exciting new initiatives such as the Sahara Forest Project. He shows a slide of Oberlin College's Living Machine (that I had a hand in designing &…Continue

Started Sep 13, 2011

5 Advanced Technologies Still Catching Up to Invertebrates Read more: 5 Advanced Technologies Still Catching Up to Invertebrates | Cracked.com http://www.cracked.com/article_19282_5-advanced-technolo

Another hilarious and informative "biomimetics" article from Cracked.com. A different author from the previous one I posted... …Continue

Started Jul 10, 2011

7 Mind-Blowing Vehicles Built and Driven by Animals Read more: 7 Mind-Blowing Vehicles Built and Driven by Animals

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Started Jun 3, 2011

The Year in Biomimicry: Mussels, Elephants, Water Bears & More... By Tom McKeag

Found this on GreenBiz: a cool summary of recent innovations featuring biomimicry favorites, the Tardigrade, the Mussel, the Elephant Trunk, and more. Even a helmet designed like our own scalp/skull…Continue

Started Mar 1, 2011

 

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Michael Pawlyn of the Eden Project Talks up Biomimicry

This is from a TED talk and shares some exciting new initiatives such as the Sahara Forest Project. He shows a slide of Oberlin College's Living Machine (that I had a hand in designing & providing biota for) at their Lewis Center for Environmental Studies. http://www.permacultureproject.com/biomimicry-and-architecture-michael-pawlyn See More
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5 Advanced Technologies Still Catching Up to Invertebrates Read more: 5 Advanced Technologies Still Catching Up to Invertebrates | Cracked.com http://www.cracked.com/article_19282_5-advanced-technolo

Another hilarious and informative "biomimetics" article from Cracked.com. A different author from the previous one I posted... http://www.cracked.com/article_19282_5-advanced-technologies-still-catching-up-to-invertebrates.htmlSee More
Discussion posted by Brad Charles Melzer Jul 10, 2011
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7 Mind-Blowing Vehicles Built and Driven by Animals Read more: 7 Mind-Blowing Vehicles Built and Driven by Animals

http://www.cracked.com/article_19232_7-mind-blowing-vehicles-built-driven-by-animals.html?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=fanpage&utm_campaign=new+article&wa_ibsrc=fanpage Go Cracked.com!Complete with videos!Great example of biomimicry science mixed with humor. Enjoy!See More
Discussion posted by Brad Charles Melzer Jun 3, 2011
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The Year in Biomimicry: Mussels, Elephants, Water Bears & More... By Tom McKeag

Found this on GreenBiz: a cool summary of recent innovations featuring biomimicry favorites, the Tardigrade, the Mussel, the Elephant Trunk, and more. Even a helmet designed like our own scalp/skull configuration... …See More
Discussion posted by Brad Charles Melzer Mar 1, 2011
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2,000 Year Old Food in Morocco

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 Check out this video!http://www.flashtoonz.com/blog/?p=164 Over 800 people farm in this ancient system located in a desert oasis in Morocco. I've been telling my students about this for years... The species include:date palm, olives, figs, pomegranates, guava, citrus,…See More
Brad Charles Melzer added a discussion to the group Integrating Agriculture Jan 10, 2011
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Integrating Agriculture

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Let's examine various strategies used in nature to create healthier ag systems that will not only be more productive, grown through the urban/rural continuum, & create a lighter footprint, but will be more accessable to those who are in need.See More
Victoria Mills, Victoria and Paul Waltz joined Brad Charles Melzer's group Jan 10, 2011
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Integrated Food Production Systems

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This is the model I worked on while working for John Todd in 2001. It is very similar to what Will Allen was doing concurrently. We were growing many species of plants for many different reasons (food, fiber, fish/livestock feed, ornamentals, etc), about 5 species of fish (bait fish, food fish, ornamentals), 5 species of fungi (using local organic straw as a growing medium), vermiculture (for fish feed and to sell), and compost. We were right next to Magic Hat Brewery and were using spent…See More
Brad Charles Melzer added a discussion to the group Integrating Agriculture Oct 20, 2010
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UN Integrated Ag Model from Java

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One of John Todd's Mini-Arks from his days with the New Alchemy Institute. Check out the link below to my post on LocalFoodCleveland.org that describes how integrated ag system models in Java can be modified to our climate. I stress that with all of our blessed available fresh water, we should be integrative more aquaculture, aquaponics, and hydroponics into our systems.  …See More
Brad Charles Melzer added a discussion to the group Integrating Agriculture Oct 7, 2010
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Bucky's Amazing Fish-Shaped Car

 R. Buckminster Fuller was way ahead of his time. His nature-inspired designs were revolutionary and we STILL haven't caught up with his dymaxion concepts. British architect Norman Foster has rebuilt Bucky's 1933 (yes 1933!) Dymaxion Car. The Dymaxion House (1929!) that Bucky developed was designed to purify its own water, clean its own air and waste, use less material, and be recyclable. As I said... we still haven't caught up. Incidentally, my mentor John Todd (of New Alchemy Institute /…See More
Discussion posted by Brad Charles Melzer Oct 7, 2010
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Turning Cardboard into Caviar

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From the UK Telegraph article by Sanjida O'Connell "Biomimicry: why the world is full of intelligent design" from just over a year ago... http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/5479418/Biomimicry-why-the-world-is-full-of-intelligent-design.html This article reads like a Janine Benyus presentation with many great examples of cutting edge Biomimicry. However, the Turning…See More
Brad Charles Melzer added a discussion to the group Integrating Agriculture Sep 28, 2010
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Scientists Probe 'Glue' That Keeps Oysters Together

From today's NPR Morning Edition.A research scientist talks about calcium carbonate/protein reef building glue that points to the possibilities of new adhesives and non-adhesive surfaces. Also, bone-repairing ideas.  http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=130011204See More
Discussion posted by Brad Charles Melzer Sep 21, 2010
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Brad Charles Melzer added 2 discussions to the group Integrating Agriculture Sep 20, 2010
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Integrating Agriculture

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Let's examine various strategies used in nature to create healthier ag systems that will not only be more productive, grown through the urban/rural continuum, & create a lighter footprint, but will be more accessable to those who are in need.See More
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The Magical Alchemy of Compost

What are the elements on which life relies?The breath of spirit. Sunlight. Air. Water. Earth. Just like fresh water, good arable soil is a limited resource with an astounding, almost unbelievable capacity for the ability to recycle, regenerate, renew...The thin skin of soil on the earth that supports us, for too long has been treated as inert - as a mere commodity. This thin layer of highly productive life, from the micro to macroscopic, has the ability to break down that which has died, and…See More
Blog post by Brad Charles Melzer Sep 2, 2010
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Brad Charles Melzer joined Paul Waltz's group Aug 31, 2010
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Brad Charles Melzer joined Victoria's group Aug 27, 2010
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Your Organization
Green Triangle
Your Website
http://www.green-tri.org
Are you a (check all that apply):
Biologist, Designer, Educator/Researcher, Sustainability Professional
Specify which type of Biologist, Designer, Architect, Engineer, Chemist, Scientist, Business Professional, Educator you are.
Board Member for Green Triangle. Baldwin-Wallace professor. Ecological Designer.
What in nature inspires you?
Diversity, Complexity, Community, Sacred Geometry, Beauty
What do you have to offer to the NEO Biomimicry Action Network?
A great deal of experience with cutting edge ecological projects including: water treatment systems, aquaponics, organic agriculture, compost, natural building, and more.
What do you need to put biomimicry to work?
All anyone needs is the desire to work with nature.
How have you used biomimicry design strategies?
Designing, building, operating, and managing water treatment systems that are based on natural processes. Integrated agricultural practices that mimic nature. Implementing philosophical concepts into organizational practices.

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The Magical Alchemy of Compost

What are the elements on which life relies?

The breath of spirit. Sunlight. Air. Water. Earth. Just like fresh water, good arable soil is a limited resource with an astounding, almost unbelievable capacity for the ability to recycle, regenerate, renew...

The thin skin of soil on the earth that supports us, for too long has been treated as inert - as a mere commodity. This thin layer of highly productive life, from the micro to macroscopic, has the ability to break down that…

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