Expressions of Interest

Supporting the Design for Wildfire school

Expressions of interest are welcomed from investors and commercial partners to support the further development of cutting-edge bio-inspired designs for enhancing architectural and urban resilience to wildfire. These groundbreaking innovations are the foundation of a transformative approach to addressing wildfire risks, incorporating pioneering components inspired by pyrophytes — plants that have evolved to thrive in fire-prone environments. By applying principles from nature, these concepts can provide sustainable and effective strategies for mitigating wildfire impacts while building resilience into the fabric of the built environment.

The work stems from Dr. Melissa Sterry’s expansive scientific research and development in bio-inspired design, a field that unites advanced ecology, materials science, and systems thinking. These innovations are further strengthened by her extensive entrepreneurial expertise, having established several first-to-market ventures and advised leading-edge companies in sustainable innovation across design, technology, communications, and media. This unique combination of scientific depth and business acumen ensures the solutions are positioned for both societal impact and commercial success.

Opportunities are available for strategic partnerships to bring these visionary concepts to global markets. Interest is particularly welcome from territories including the United States, Europe, and the United Kingdom. This is an unparalleled chance to lead the way in tackling one of the most urgent challenges of our time while advancing cutting-edge, nature-inspired solutions that could redefine resilience and sustainability in fire-prone regions.

If you are interested in partnering, investing, or learning more about these transformative bio-inspired wildfire resilience innovations, we encourage you to get in touch. Get in touch below or reach out to Dr. Melissa Sterry directly via a DM on LinkedIn. We look forward to exploring how we can collaborate to bring these groundbreaking solutions to life and make a meaningful impact on wildfire resilience worldwide.