Biomimicry and Ray of Hope Prize

The Ray C. Anderson Foundation has partnered with the Biomimicry Institute to create the Biomimicry Launchpad and the $100,000 Ray of Hope Prize™, designed to bring commercially viable solutions from the design lab to the market. The prize is focused on nature-inspired solutions that address one or more of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

 

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Environment

Bio-Inspired Clothing Technology: How Insects Inspire Better Waterproof, Breathable Sportswear
Amphico has used nature-inspired biomimietic principles to develop a non-polar fabric with nano, micro, and macro-level texturing that repels water, dirt particles and harmful bacteria.

Innovation & Technology

Sudoc Mimics Liver Enzymes; Helps Solve Toxic Waste Issues at Construction Sites
Sudoc's innovative application of biomimicry creates solutions for eliminating toxic chemicals in the built environment.

Innovation & Technology

Biomimicry Finding Success in Deep Tech
Sarah McInerney, Ray of Hope Prize Manager at the Biomimicry Institute recaps the excitement of having three Ray of Hope Prize Alumni teams win big at the Hello Tomorrow Deep Tech Global Summit in Paris.

Environment

Say Goodbye to Synthetic Sunscreens: How Chemicals in Our Eyes Are Revolutionizing Sunblock
Sóliome has had an exciting biomimetic breakthrough in sunscreen technology

Innovation & Technology

Calling All Nature-Inspired Startups
The Biomimicry Institute is looking for nature inspired startups for the $100,000 Ray of Hope Prize

Environment

Biomimicry Institute Begins Search for the Top Nature-Inspired Startup in the World
The $100,000 Ray of Hope Prize ® is now accepting applications in its search for nature-inspired innovations addressing the world’s biggest environmental and social challenges.

Environment

Ray of Hope Prize® Awarded to GreenPod Labs for Nature-Inspired Solution to Food Loss
The Biomimicry Institute has awarded the 2022 Ray of Hope Prize to GreenPod Labs, an India-based agricultural biotechnology startup focused on tackling food loss problems in developing countries.

Environment

Top 10 Nature-Inspired Companies Addressing Environmental and Social Issues
The Biomimicry Institute has announced the 10 finalist teams for the 2022 Ray of Hope Prize.

Environment

From a Meme to a Movement: 25 Years of Biomimicry
An interview with Janine Benyus at the 25th anniversary of her book: Biomimicry: Innovation Inspired by Nature.

Environment

Applications Open for Nature-Inspired Startups to Receive $100,000 Ray of Hope Prize
Applications now open for the 2022 Ray of Hope Prize®, organized by the Biomimicry Institute in partnership with the Ray C. Anderson Foundation. This $100,000 Prize is awarded annually to the top nature-inspired startup. Applications due 4/8/22.

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