From Velcro to high-speed trains, nature provides the spark for innovation.

Work smarter not harder—isn’t that what they say? So why not turn to nature first when looking to solve a human problem or challenge? Join entrepreneurs from all over the world as they talk about their bio-inspired innovations.

Using the overarching phenomenon of bio-inspired innovation, students will continue their exploration into biomimicry and plant and animal traits and behaviors as they ask themselves: “How can we look to nature for inspiration to find solutions to human problems and challenges?