Bioluminescent algae, symbiotic aquariums, self-healing concrete, clavicle wind instruments and structures made from living trees “ biology applied outside the lab has never been so intriguing, or so beautiful. Bio Design examines the thrilling advances in the field, showcasing some seventy projects (concepts, prototypes and completed designs) that cover a range of fields“ from architecture and industrial design to fashion and medicine. The revised and expanded edition features twelve new...

Our globalised world is encountering problems on an unprecedented scale. Many of the issues we face as societies extend beyond the borders of our nations. Phenomena such as terrorism, climate change, immigration, cybercrime and poverty can no longer be understood without considering the complex socio-technical systems that support our way of living.

It is widely acknowledged that to contend with any of the pressing issues of our time, we have to substantially adapt our lifestyles. To adequate...

De kleine zeppelin biedt didactische ondersteuning bij het ontwerpen van kunstzinnige (muzische) activiteiten voor kinderen van 3 tot 6 jaar. Leerkrachten kleuteronderwijs (in opleiding) en begeleiders van kunstzinnige leerprocessen ontdekken een waaier aan mogelijkheden om drama, dans, muziek, beeld en media in te zetten in hun praktijk.

Vanuit een helder didactisch kader krijg je zicht op de werkvormen en bouwstenen in de verschillende kunstzinnige domeinen. Je ontdekt hoe je muzische groei...