Tech harnesses the power of plants for artistic or functional uses
Implications - The communicative abilities of plants are being channeled through tech in a variety of ways that can be both functional and creative in nature. This new form of vegetation care allows researchers to understand plant-life in a new way, and provides information to individuals with a green thumb, or to the agriculture industry at large. This shift also indicates a continuation of the heightened emphasis on visceral, emotion-based research – which is increasingly being recognized when it is used in tandem with more standardized methods of research.
Workshop Question - How can your brand better adopt emotion-based research practices?
Trend Themes
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Plant Communication — New technology is allowing plants to communicate back, providing a new way for agriculture, science and even art.
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Biophilic Innovation — Innovative design is placing more emphasis on the importance of natural resources and biology in technology development.
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Sustainable Lighting — New technology is being used to create unique lighting solutions using natural resources and sustainable technology.
Industry Implications
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Agriculture — New plant communication technology can be used in the agriculture industry to optimize plant growth and increase crop production.
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Design — Designers are realizing the importance of biophilic innovation in creating products that connect consumers with nature and the natural environment.
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Sustainability — Sustainability is a growing trend that is changing the way we think about technology by prompting innovative solutions that are both sustainable and functional.
