Engineering slick solutions for sticky problems

The video explores how natural designs, like those of the Venus flytrap and Lotus plant, inspire efficient and innovative technologies. Tak-Sing Wong's team at Penn State University is developing SLIPS, a coating that mimics these natural surfaces, offering applications in oil transport, ice prevention, and biofarming. The technology also shows promise in water harvesting, addressing shortages. The research is ongoing, aiming to tackle major 21st-century challenges in water, energy, and health.

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