Biodesign Webinar: Cultivating a Biodesign Practice, 3/8

The world of biodesign is vast and intersects many disciplines and worldviews. So what does it mean to be a biodesigner? How does one build a career within this rapidly developing field?

Join designers Charlotte McCurdy and Megan Valanidas as they discuss their career trajectories, past and future projects, and share their hopes for the evolution of biodesign.

This interactive webinar series was created by Biodesign Challenge for participating students and instructors.

ABOUT THE SPEAKERS

Charlotte McCurdy works at the intersection of climate change, speculative futures, and experimental design. Her work with carbon-negative algae bioplastics has been featured in many of the world’s most influential design museums and publications. As a design strategist and sustainability thought leader she has worked with startups, global brands and government agencies to advance climate strategies.
Megan Valanidas is an industrial designer specializing in bioplastic application and interactivity. Her work establishes and employs methods for Designing our Waste Stream by collaborating with extra-human species such as locally-present decomposers. As a designer, researcher and artist, Megan focuses on near future and bio-inspired solutions.