Meet the world's smallest superheroes. Insects are ecological warriors, but through the brilliance of biomimicry, they're also inspiring all sorts of human inventions.From new medicines to air safety systems — don't underestimate the larger-than-life impact of the planet's tiniest beings.Presented at the <a href="https://www.worldsciencefestival.com.au/">World Science Festival Brisbane</a>.Speakers<a href="https://www.museum.qld.gov.au/collections-and-research/staff-profiles/dr-chris-burwell">Dr Chris Burwell</a>Queensland Museum Senior Scientist and Curator of insects<a href="https://imb.uq.edu.au/profile/1226/andrew-walker">Dr Andrew Walker</a>Postdoctoral Fellow, Institute for Molecular Bioscience, University of Queensland<a href="https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/science/research/research-centres-groups/multifunctional-mechano-biocidal-materials/researchers-and-collaborators">Professor Elena Ivanova</a>Anobiotechnologist/biophysicist, RMIT University<a href="https://www.abc.net.au/radio/people/rebecca-levingston/7951902">Rebecca Levingston</a> (host)Presenter and broadcast ABC Radio Brisbane

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Insects — nature's ultimate superheroes

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