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Bio-inspired, a new life for polymers
Cutting Edge 5 min

Bio-inspired, a new life for polymers

Although it is nothing new, the science of biomimicry, which seeks to take inspiration from nature’s strengths, has recently had a second wind, thanks to polymers, which are once again displaying an i...
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  • Intelligent textiles
    Cutting Edge 4 min

    Intelligent textiles

    As an old industry gets a new lease on life, flirting with nanotechnology, biochemistry and state-of-the-art electronics, it gains new power to transform the way we work, live, travel and care for our...

  • Solar impulse : Flying to the future
    Cutting Edge 5 min

    Solar impulse : Flying to the future

    Since the first oil shock of 1973, inhabitants of the blue planet have become aware of their addiction to fossil fuels and they have been consistently seeking the means to kick the habit. To date, the...

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