Terminology

This card helps you use clear and consistent terminology in biodesign, avoiding misunderstandings due to ambiguous terms like "biomaterial."

• How will you ensure uniform terminology usage in communication within you biodesign project?

• In what ways will you take up new vocabulary to be able to understand and communicate in transdisciplinary teams on an equal level?

• What terminology can you align with and do you plan on using for clear communication in and about your biodesign project?

Future Materials Bank

The Future Materials Bank is a web platform featuring a database of biobased materials, detailing their composition and properties. What sets it apart is its dedicated lexicon page, which defines commonly used terms to foster a shared understanding. They also acknowledge that these definitions may evolve over time and will be updated accordingly. 

• Align terminology across your biodesign project and team to ensure clear and consistent communication. 

• Familiarise yourself with relevant biodesign vocabulary to collaborate effectively in transdisciplinary teams.

• Check out our website glossary page.