When we consider how scientific discovery impacts our innovation at K18, we can think of them in three distinct fields: biotech, biomimetics, and synthetic biology. On their own, each offers individual insights, but together, these three create a symphony of innovation—harmonizing biology, technology, and creativity.

Let’s start with biotech, which employs living organisms or biological systems to create products and processes that benefit humanity. From brewing beer to producing insulin, biotech transforms nature's blueprints into practical applications. Think of it as the art of utilizing life's mechanisms to serve our needs, tapping into the potential of microorganisms, cells, and biological molecules. The cornerstone of biotech is understanding and harnessing natural processes, making it a fundamental pillar in modern science. K18’s microbiome-friendly ingredients and sustainable packaging are both examples of biotech at work. 

Biomimetics, often referred to as nature-inspired design, finds inspiration in the elegance of the natural world. This field draws from nature's solutions, adapting them to human challenges. Biomimetics celebrates the brilliance of evolution, translating it into innovations that echo the intricate designs of living organisms. It's a testament to nature's time-tested ingenuity, offering no shortage of ideas for engineering and design. We start many of our conversations around new products centered around biomimetics. Our launches take inspiration from naturally occurring phenomenons. For us, nature is the original trendsetter.