“Animal Inspired Innovations” Beyond Invention
(2003, 48 minutes)

In this episode, journey into the realm of animal-inspired innovations with Dr. Jeffrey Turner, a geneticist who merges spiders with goats to create bullet-stopping silk. Explore the visionary aspirations of biologist Dr. Kellar Autumn, inspired by the gecko, he attempts to reverse engineer their “sticky” feet. Plus, meet Bob McIntyre, a rural inventor unleashing a bionic predator over Scottish rooftops, showcasing the convergence of nature and technology in groundbreaking ways.

Directors: Christian Bruyère, Todd Serotiuk
Producers: Mary Bissell, Christian Bruyère, Peter Von Puttkamer, Sheera Von Puttkamer

Beyond Invention explores the world of innovation, showcasing inventors and their creations. Each episode uncovers the stories behind the ideas and the challenges faced along the way. Through interviews viewers gain insight into the inventors' ingenuity, journey and perseverance.

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