Events

Mar. 3-4/2010: Biomimicry: innovative solutions inspired by nature (Eindhoven)

Biomimicry: innovative solutions inspired by nature .

Biomimicry as a discipline promotes learning from and then emulating nature to create more sustainable and healthier human technologies, designs and system strategies. Nature, with 3.8 billions of experience, has found what works, what is appropriate, and most importantly, what lasts here on Earth. Using nature's wisdom can lead us to find solutions for our current challenges or can be a source of inspiration to propose innovative solutions. Do you want to know more Biomimicry, check the site of the Biomimicry institute

This course is intended for: Professionals who wants to look for solutions based in the principles of the natural world and are willing to share their challenges in an open way

This workshop will be held March 3 - 4, 2010 in the International Center for Sustainable Excellence in Eindhoven.

Georgia Tech | Chair and Professor of Industrial Design

Georgia Tech | College of Architecture | Industrial Design | Position Announcement > Chair and Professor of Industrial Design.

The College of Architecture of the Georgia Institute of Technology invites nominations and applications for the position of Chair and Professor of Industrial Design. Industrial Design has a long and distinguished history at Georgia Tech, offering ID courses since 1940. The College of Architecture offers the Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Design in which 127 students are presently enrolled. The Program began a Master in Industrial Design degree program in Fall 2003 in which 37 students are currently enrolled.

The Chair will be a tenured or tenure-track faculty member who will head the School of Industrial Design and oversee the graduate program, as well as have other administrative, teaching, research, and outreach responsibilities. The successful candidate should have an advanced degree, academic experience and a demonstrated ability to lead.  The Chair will have the opportunity to provide vision and leadership in furthering the linkages of Industrial Design to the new strategic directions of the College and the Institute. 

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Candidates must have a terminal degree in Industrial Design or related field, with a doctorate and/or extensive experience in industry preferred. Candidates should have an active, distinguished program of research and/or creative activities. The salary will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Appointment is anticipated on or before July 1, 2010. The College of Architecture anticipates transitioning to the school structure as of January 1, 2010.

A separate announcement stated that:

The ideal candidate for the position would have a clear and compelling sense of the current and future possibilities within Industrial Design and its allied fields, and would be ready to engage the new strategic emphases of the College and the Institute, especially in the areas of cross-disciplinary design education and research. The ideal candidate would also have a proven ability and interest in seeking out and working with diverse constituencies in order to shape innovative and distinctive industrial design academic and research initiatives.

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Review of applications and/or nominations will commence February 15, 2010; however applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interested individuals are invited to submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and names and contact information for five references to: Sabir Khan, Chair Search Committee, Industrial Design, Office of the Dean, College of Architecture, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA 30332-0155.

Feb. 18-20/2010: Social Biomimicry: Insect Societies and Human Design

ASU Social Biomimicry: Insect Societies and Human Design.

"A pioneering collaboration among biologists, designers, engineers, and businesspeople, Social Biomimicry: Insect Societies and Human Design is a conference organized by graduate students and supported by the Frontiers in Life Sciences program at Arizona State University. This conference will explore how the collective behavior and nest architecture of social insects can inspire more efficient and sustainable solutions to human challenges in areas such as manufacturing, communications, transportation, and green building. It will facilitate interdisciplinary exchange of concepts, perspectives, and tools that may enrich biology and advance biomimetic design. Finally, it will address fundamental issues in social biomimicry, including its ethical and psychological implications. We invite you to join us for this exciting event February 18 – 20, 2010 at the Memorial Union, Arizona State University, Tempe Campus."

Thanks to Bernie Michalik and Core77 for the pointer!