Biomaterials
Getting started with Biomaterials Development
Useful Links
A small but concise selection of great starting points for anyone looking to start exploring the world of Biomaterials and Biodesign.
Websites / Tools:
Materiom - Open Source Recipe Platform : https://materiom.org/
Future Materials Bank: https://www.futurematerialsbank.com/
Biofabricate : https://www.biofabricate.co/resources
Ma.tt.er : https://ma-tt-er.org/work/
FormaFantasma : https://www.formafantasma.com/filter/home
Shellworks : https://www.theshellworks.com
Ginko Bioworks : https://www.ginkgobioworks.com
Faber Futures : https://faberfutures.com
Institute of Making : https://www.instituteofmaking.org.uk/research
Other Biological Futures : https://jods.mitpress.mit.edu/pub/issue4-ginsberg-chieza/release/5
Material Source : https://www.materialsource.co.uk/biomaterial-designers-ones-to-watch-2020-/
Podcasts:
Growing Biomaterials for the Future with Jen Keane: https://www.wgsn.com/en/podcasts/growing-biomaterial-future-jen-keane
The Power of Biomaterials: https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org/podcasts/ep-137-the-power-of-biomaterials-3-regenerative-design-solutions
Circular Economy Podcast - https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org/circular-economy-podcast/overview
As Temperatures Rise – Podcast - https://soundcloud.com/astemperaturesrise
Books:
Why Materials Matter : Material cultures
Wasted : Waste as a resource
Biodesign : Nature + science + Creativity - Book and free PDF download
Radical Matter : New material design
Chem Arts Cookbook : Free downloadable PDF or hard copy availble
Reports:
Biofabricate 2022 Sumit Report
Understanding Biomaterials Innovations
FREE Downloadable Worksheets, Recipes and Lab sheet
BIOMATERIALS AND THE BIOLOGICAL CYCLE: Use this worksheet to help you explore the connection between the circular economy and biomaterials development. Review your current materials in response to the biological cycle.
BIOMATERIALS AND BIODESIGN INTRO - Use this worksheet to explore the materials and processes involved in different elements of biodesign. Break down the key materials involved in different processes and start to explore what areas and resources you might use for your own material development.
BIOMATERIAL RECIPES - Use this worksheet to start planning your first project. This could be a new product, service, event or research project. Remember to think about your key impact areas and the measurable outcomes you can collect.
BIOMATERIAL LAB SHEET - Use this worksheet to start planning in detail your next project. Set yourself key actions and then use the table to break these down into manageable and trackable activities. This really helps with time efficiency and focus, especially whne working on complexed projects.
All these worksheets have been designed to use independently. However, if you’d like some more support and guidance, get in touch to explore the range of workshops and coaching options available.
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