Biodiversity in the Neighborhood - From Medicine, Food, and Housing to Startups

The power of microorganisms that supports the creation of medicine, biomimetics, a technology that learns from and utilizes the functions of gecko feet and lotus leaves, the diverse creatures seen in Japan's traditional colors... The blessings of biodiversity are so rich and profound. We have carefully selected themes that are closely related to our daily lives, and will consider the fascinating aspects of living things and how to live sustainably. A new, more accessible natural science essay from the author of "Unraveling the Mechanisms of Biodiversity"!

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Many Pharmaceuticals Benefit from Biodiversity ◇Dr. Satoshi Omura Explains the Power of Microorganisms ◇The Benefits of Microorganisms Are Infinite

Chapter 2: Biodiversity from the Perspective of Food ◇A Life with Abundant Seafood ◇Alongside the History of Vegetables, Fruits, and Grains ◇The Insects that Support Vegetables and Fruits

Chapter 3: Healthy Living and Biodiversity ◇The Relationship between Physical Health and Microorganisms ◇A Decent Distance Between Nature and Humans

Chapter 4: Technology Inspired by Biology ◇What is Biomimetics? ◇Infinite Possibilities to Learn from Biology

Chapter 5: Japanese Culture and Biodiversity ◇What Climate and Topography Bring About ◇Biology in the Saijiki ◇Biology That Makes Up Many of the Seasonal Words ◇Traditional Japanese Colors and Biology

Chapter 6: Looking to the Future from Biodiversity ◇No More "Clouds" Over the Hill ◇Policies to Eliminate Trade-Offs ◇Innovative Technological Development Possible ◇Shifting Values ◇Thoughts on Education