Neri Oxman: Design at the intersection of technology and biology

The video explores the intersection of design and nature, contrasting synthetic and organic approaches. It highlights technological advancements in computational design, additive manufacturing, materials engineering, and synthetic biology. The speaker presents innovative projects, such as 3D-printed fashion and acoustic chairs, and discusses the potential of nature-inspired materials like chitin. The video also delves into interplanetary design, microfluidics, and the use of silkworms in sustainable architecture, advocating for a symbiotic relationship between design and nature.

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