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Publication Type : Journal Article
Publisher : Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Source : Scientific Reports
Url : https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-69230-9
Campus : Amaravati, Amritapuri, Kochi
School : School of Business
Center : AmritaCREATE
Year : 2024
Abstract : This study systematically evaluates biomimicry research within the context of sustainable development goals (SDGs) to discern the interdisciplinary interplay between biomimicry and SDGs. The alignment of biomimicry with key SDGs showcases its interdisciplinary nature and potential to offer solutions across the health, sustainability, and energy sectors. This study identified two primary thematic clusters. The first thematic cluster focused on health, partnership, and life on land (SDGs 3, 17, and 15), highlighting biomimicry's role in healthcare innovations, sustainable collaboration, and land management. This cluster demonstrates the potential of biomimicry to contribute to medical technologies, emphasizing the need for cross-sectoral partnerships and ecosystem preservation. The second thematic cluster revolves around clean water, energy, infrastructure, and marine life (SDGs 6, 7, 9, and 14), showcasing nature-inspired solutions for sustainable development challenges, including energy generation and water purification. The prominence of SDG 7 within this cluster indicates that biomimicry significantly contributes to sustainable energy practices. The analysis of thematic clusters further revealed the broad applicability of biomimicry and its role in enhancing sustainable energy access and promoting ecosystem conservation. Emerging research topics, such as metaheuristics, nanogenerators, exosomes, and bioprinting, indicate a dynamic field poised for significant advancements. By mapping the connections between biomimicry and SDGs, this study provides a comprehensive overview of the field's trajectory, emphasizing its importance in advancing global sustainability efforts.
Cite this Research Publication : Raghu Raman, Aswathy Sreenivasan, M. Suresh, Prema Nedungadi, Mapping biomimicry research to sustainable development goals, Scientific Reports, Springer Science and Business Media LLC, 2024, https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-69230-9