GLOSSARY
Biomimetic Innovation Glossary
This glossary brings together key terms related to biomimetics, nanostructured materials, and sustainable innovation — the scientific pillars that inspire Mimesys technologies.
It aims to make the language of nature-driven design more accessible to our partners, clients, and researchers.
- Adsorption
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The physical or chemical process by which atoms, ions, or molecules adhere to a surface.
In Mimesys technologies, adsorption allows bioactive molecules to anchor onto inorganic microcrystals, creating functional and reactive interfaces. - Bioactive Surface
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A surface that interacts dynamically with its environment — for example, by inhibiting bacterial growth or promoting biological compatibility.
Mimesys microcrystals provide bioactive surfaces inspired by natural bone and shell structures. - Biomimetic Material
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A material designed to replicate the structure, function, or self-regulating behavior of natural systems.
Mimesys develops biomimetic materials that emulate the mineral composition and microarchitecture of natural apatites. - Biomineralization
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A natural process through which organisms produce minerals to form bones, shells, or teeth.
Mimesys reproduces biomineralization mechanisms to synthesize functional inorganic microcrystals with controlled size and surface energy. - Bacteriostatic Effect
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The ability to prevent bacterial proliferation without killing the microorganisms.
This natural mechanism is used in Mimesys products such as MicroBlock to create long-lasting hygienic surfaces. - Circular Chemistry
- A design principle in which chemical processes are conceived for minimal waste, reuse of raw materials, and environmental regeneration — a core principle of Mimesys formulations.
- Electrophysical Mechanism
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A non-chemical action based on surface charge interactions that disrupt microbial adhesion.
Used in Mimesys bacteriostatic technologies to achieve antimicrobial protection without toxic biocides or silver. - Functionalization
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The process of chemically or physically modifying a surface to add specific properties or functions — such as antibacterial, catalytic, or adsorptive activity.
Mimesys functionalizes its nanostructured particles with natural extracts or trace elements to create application-specific performance. - Green Nanotechnology
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The sustainable design and production of nanomaterials with minimal environmental impact.
Mimesys applies green nanotechnology to ensure that its biomimetic microcrystals are eco-friendly from synthesis to end-of-life. - Ion Exchange
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A reversible process where ions are exchanged between a solid and a liquid phase.
This mechanism underlies the controlled release of micronutrients in Mimesys agricultural products. - Microcrystal
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A microscopic crystalline structure with a large surface area and active sites for molecular interactions.
Mimesys bioactive microcrystals act as carriers for plant nutrients or as bacteriostatic agents in hygienic applications. - Nanostructure
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A material structure with features on the nanometer scale (1–100 nm), where quantum and surface effects dominate.
Mimesys nanostructures replicate the self-assembly principles of natural biominerals. - Self-Assembly
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The spontaneous organization of molecules into ordered structures without external guidance.
Mimesys uses this phenomenon to create stable, uniform bioactive microstructures. - Sustainability
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The balance between innovation, environmental responsibility, and long-term value creation.
Mimesys develops all products — from fertilizers to water treatments — within a sustainability-first framework. - Surface Energy
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The energy associated with the outermost atomic layer of a solid.
Controlling surface energy allows Mimesys to tune molecular adhesion, wetting behavior, and reactivity. - Upcycling
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The creative reuse of waste materials to produce higher-value products.
Mimesys applies upcycling principles in agricultural and environmental formulations — turning waste streams into functional biomaterials.