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A bioinspired robotic fly fabricated using microengineering. Click on the image to see images of the fly taking off. Images courtesy of Rob Wood |
Hansjorg Wyss gives $125 million to create institute for biologically inspired engineeringEngineer, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Hansjörg Wyss MBA ’65 has given Harvard University $125 million to create the Hansjörg Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering. Investigators at the Wyss Institute (pronounced “Vees”) will strive to uncover the engineering principles that govern living things, and use this knowledge to develop technology solutions for the most pressing healthcare and environmental issues facing humanity. Wyss’ gift is the largest individual gift in the University’s history. |
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