Stanislav N Gorb

Summary

Stanislav Gorb is professor of zoology at the University of Kiel. His research focuses on morphology, structure, biomechanics, physiology, and evolution of surface-related functional systems in animals, as well as the development of biologically inspired technological surfaces and systems. Gorb has authored four books, more than 200 papers in peer-reviewed journals, and four patents. His awards include Science Award of the Donors’ Association for the Promotion of Science and Humanities in Germany (Stifterverbandpreis für die Deutsche Wissenschaft), International Forum Design Gold Award and Materialica "Best of" Award. He is member of Academy of the Science and Literature Mainz, and of the National Academy of Sciences Leopoldina.

Bioinspired materials Biomechanics Entomology Zoology

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