How the study of cork started a new era in life sciences

How the study of cork started a new era in life sciences

Left: Robert Hooke invented the compound microscope and illumination system shown above and used it in his demonstrations at the Royal Society’s meetings. Photo credit: © Science Museum. Right: A page from Hooke’s ‘Micrographia’ illustrating the tiny cells of cork...
A showcase of cork’s exceptional insulating properties

A showcase of cork’s exceptional insulating properties

Photo credits: Tammy Marlar, Dido Milne and Matthew Barnett Howland The National Autistic Society garden at the 2024 Royal Horticultural Society Chelsea Show is a showcase of cork’s exceptional insulating properties. Designed by Sophie Parmenter –...
Bringing nature back into play

Bringing nature back into play

© Corkeen by Amorim While the world needs greener spaces and healthier environments, most children’s playgrounds only partially answer these requirements. Surface materials need to be weatherproof and durable while at the same time eco-friendly, easy to maintain and...