Defining Biocities: Things don’t exist until you name them.
Defining Biocities seminar aims to explore the concept of Biocities – cities that follow the rules of natural system in order to promote life and engage students in the creation of a publication in the form of book – a dictionary that encompasses various fields related to renaturalization of cities, nature-based solutions, ecological materials, urban climatology, and more. Students will conduct research, study various subjects, and collaborate in groups to contribute to the development of this comprehensive resource.
Not only will the students have the opportunity to contribute their work to the book, but they will also had a chnace to be credited alongside esteemed contributors such as Alan Organschi, Marc Palahi, and Vicente Guallart. Their names will be prominently featured among the list of collaborators, acknowledging their valuable input and recognizing their contribution to the publication. This offers students a unique chance to showcase their research, insights, and creative efforts alongside renowned experts in the field, further validating their involvement and enhancing their professional portfolio.
The Defining Biocities course introduced us to the fundamental concept of “biocities.” This course involved an in-depth examination of terminology related to biocities, specifically within the realms of food, energy, and biodiversity. Through thoughtful discussions, we gained valuable insights, exploring global examples that illuminated the practical implications of these concepts. A series of guest lectures … Read more
The Defining Biocities course introduced us to the fundamental concept of “biocities.” This course involved an in-depth examination of terminology related to biocities, specifically within the realms of food, energy, and biodiversity. Through thoughtful discussions, we gained valuable insights, exploring global examples that illuminated the practical implications of these concepts. A series of guest lectures … Read more
The Defining Biocities course gave us a first insight on one of the main subjects of this master: “biocities”. During this course, we analysed and discussed several words related to biocities. These words were separated into three categories, food, energy and ecology. Through their analysis and discussion, we gained loads of knowledge, in terms of … Read more
The challenges posed by climate change and increasing urban population density have become integral concerns in urban planning, particularly in meeting the growing demand for green space. Balancing the demands of the concrete jungle with the imperative for green spaces is now a pressing issue for urban planners. Within the array of potential solutions, the … Read more
MARC PALAHI Circular Bioeconomy: Circular economy is the economic framework that focuses on minimizing waste and creating a cycle of disassembly, reuse. Bioeconomy is the concept that focuses on the use of bio-resources as a substitute for fossil-based, non-renewable and non-biodegradable material. Circular Bioeconomy is a fusion of the two concepts and can be defined … Read more
