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Unraveling Materials that adapt, evolve, and endure.

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An interdisciplinary research lab at Politecnico di Milano exploring resilient systems and bio-inspired adaptive meta-biomaterials.

RESILiAB

Our Mission & Vision

Mission

To pioneer the discovery and design of bio-inspired adaptive meta-biomaterials that bridge the gap between biological resilience and engineering innovation, fostering interdisciplinary excellence in materials science.

Vision

To lead the global transition toward smart, resilient structural systems that autonomously adapt to their environment, revolutionizing the future of sustainable and responsive engineering.

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Multi-scale Biological Systems

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Bio-inspired Materials

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Meta(bio)Material Mechanics

Latest News

October 2026

RESILiAB Lab Receives Major Funding for Adaptive Materials Research

We are thrilled to announce the successful acquisition of a significant grant from the Italian Ministry of Research to further our work on resilient systems and bio-inspired adaptive meta-biomaterials.

September 2026

International Workshop on Smart Material Mechanics

Join us for a global symposium focused on the latest advancements in multiscale modeling and design for integrated adaptive meta-biomaterials at Politecnico di Milano.

August 2026

New PhD Position Opened: Bio-Inspired Adaptive Systems

We are now accepting applications for our next cohort of PhD students. We invite candidates with a passion for interdisciplinary research at the intersection of biology and engineering.

Our Location

500 Terry Francine St.
San Francisco, CA 94158

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