
Wall of love for learnbiomimicry
Director of Circular Economy and Industrial Sustainability Research Group
Clinical Intern — Addiction Medicine & Family Medicine
The courses provided short and precise videos on critical aspects of biomimicry coupled with relatable case studies. I love how the course instructor also challenged me to think of ways to use the Biomimicry lessons in my field of interest. One of the most interesting things about Biomimicry is how it encourages sustainable innovation and design.
The courses provided short and precise videos on critical aspects of biomimicry coupled with relatable case studies. I love how the course instructor also challenged me to think of ways to use the Biomimicry lessons in my field of interest. One of the most interesting things about Biomimicry is how it encourages sustainable innovation and design.
Head of Training & Development, Menzies Aviation
The Biomimicry Short Courses are absolutely inspiring, useful and provocative.
The application of Nature-based solutions are limitless. The worldview we have transforms completely when diving deeper in to Life's principles and it fills us with hope of a regenerative and sustainable future by addressing the real causes, by asking the questions of how nature does a certain function and by leveraging the right points that can really transform the systems we have created that are degenerative by design.
The framework provides useful guidelines for personal, community and business applications using Nature as a model, measure and a mentor.
The Biomimicry Short Courses are absolutely inspiring, useful and provocative.
The application of Nature-based solutions are limitless. The worldview we have transforms completely when diving deeper in to Life's principles and it fills us with hope of a regenerative and sustainable future by addressing the real causes, by asking the questions of how nature does a certain function and by leveraging the right points that can really transform the systems we have created that are degenerative by design.
The framework provides useful guidelines for personal, community and business applications using Nature as a model, measure and a mentor.
Climate Solutions & Sustainability Advisory
Talk with Jay Harman was the highlight for me from this year's Biomimicry Confluence. Fusion Bionic's concept of engineering nano-structured patterns in surfaces for various functional purposes and inspired by shark skins, butterfly wings, etc. was a new learning for me this year.
Talk with Jay Harman was the highlight for me from this year's Biomimicry Confluence. Fusion Bionic's concept of engineering nano-structured patterns in surfaces for various functional purposes and inspired by shark skins, butterfly wings, etc. was a new learning for me this year.
Founder at BIOTAILOR The Global Biotech Group
Learn Biomimicry are educational and promotional leaders in the field of Biomimicry and it was an amazing and eye opening experience to complete the full three course set 'Introduction to Biomimicry', 'Biomimicry Life's Principles' and 'Biomimicry Masterclass' with them.
The course content is relevant, detailed, well-researched and contains present case studies that validates all the course principles into real life products and processes.
It is clear there are global benefits of incorporating Biomimicry principles into action planning and management.
Learn Biomimicry are educational and promotional leaders in the field of Biomimicry and it was an amazing and eye opening experience to complete the full three course set 'Introduction to Biomimicry', 'Biomimicry Life's Principles' and 'Biomimicry Masterclass' with them.
The course content is relevant, detailed, well-researched and contains present case studies that validates all the course principles into real life products and processes.
It is clear there are global benefits of incorporating Biomimicry principles into action planning and management.
Program Coordinator, Biomimicry Institute
The Biomimicry Short Course Set is an incredible launching pad for everything biomimicry. Whether you're a designer, biologist, or new to the field in general, it is engaging, clear and accessible to all.
The Biomimicry Short Course Set is an incredible launching pad for everything biomimicry. Whether you're a designer, biologist, or new to the field in general, it is engaging, clear and accessible to all.
Chief of Strategy and Sustainability, Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP)
Head of Sustainability Consulting at ELEKS
A Gold Mine of Insightful and Practical Learning
Facilitator at Kokiville Imaginarium
Founder & CEO, Regenovation Hub
The Biomimicry Practitioner Programme has been a transformative experience for me. Before the course, I had a very basic understanding of biomimicry, but the deep dive into its principles and real-world applications has helped reshape how I think about problems, both in my personal and professional life.
What I love most about biomimicry is its focus on nature as a model for innovation. It's fascinating to see how the solutions we are looking for in design, business, etc. already exist in the natural world, and this course taught me how to look at nature not just as an inspiration but as a teacher.
Now that I have completed the course, I'm really excited to apply biomimicry principles to my work in sustainability, and in my personal life. I love the fact that biomimicry encourages us to design solutions that are regenerative and beneficial to the whole system, rather than simply solving individual problems.
This aspect really appeals to me as a sustainability consultant and trainer, and I see opportunities to incorporate nature-inspired solutions to address complex challenges, both in product design and organizational strategies. I wholeheartedly recommend this course to anyone interested in sustainability, innovation, biology, or if you are simply looking for fresh, nature-centered ways to solve problems. It’s an eye-opening and enriching experience that has already impact how I think and work.
The Biomimicry Practitioner Programme has been a transformative experience for me. Before the course, I had a very basic understanding of biomimicry, but the deep dive into its principles and real-world applications has helped reshape how I think about problems, both in my personal and professional life.
What I love most about biomimicry is its focus on nature as a model for innovation. It's fascinating to see how the solutions we are looking for in design, business, etc. already exist in the natural world, and this course taught me how to look at nature not just as an inspiration but as a teacher.
Now that I have completed the course, I'm really excited to apply biomimicry principles to my work in sustainability, and in my personal life. I love the fact that biomimicry encourages us to design solutions that are regenerative and beneficial to the whole system, rather than simply solving individual problems.
This aspect really appeals to me as a sustainability consultant and trainer, and I see opportunities to incorporate nature-inspired solutions to address complex challenges, both in product design and organizational strategies. I wholeheartedly recommend this course to anyone interested in sustainability, innovation, biology, or if you are simply looking for fresh, nature-centered ways to solve problems. It’s an eye-opening and enriching experience that has already impact how I think and work.
Alpine Genius Think Tank / Eclosions - Marketing & Communication (2 times founder)
As a proud alumna of the Learn Biomimicry Biomimicry Practitioner Programme, I love checking back in to see how this field keeps evolving. It’s like watching a forest grow—constantly branching out in new and fascinating directions. Biomimicry completely shook up my professional practice—in the best possible way. From the moment I stumbled into this world, I rewired all my consulting and business approaches to follow Nature’s playbook. And let me tell you, it works like a charm.
What I love most about biomimicry is its gentle, non-violent approach to problem-solving. When people engage with nature as a mediator, they open up in ways they never would otherwise. It’s magic—especially in conflict-resolution workshops, where deep emotions surface in a way that feels safe and natural. And in the latest book I co-authored with my friend Julien Leyre we investigate how ecotones foster innovation: so biomimetic! Biomimicry is woven into every part of my life. In fact, it probably always was—I just didn’t have the words for it before. Now, I do. And with its principles as my compass, I navigate my projects with clarity and purpose.
As a proud alumna of the Learn Biomimicry Biomimicry Practitioner Programme, I love checking back in to see how this field keeps evolving. It’s like watching a forest grow—constantly branching out in new and fascinating directions. Biomimicry completely shook up my professional practice—in the best possible way. From the moment I stumbled into this world, I rewired all my consulting and business approaches to follow Nature’s playbook. And let me tell you, it works like a charm.
What I love most about biomimicry is its gentle, non-violent approach to problem-solving. When people engage with nature as a mediator, they open up in ways they never would otherwise. It’s magic—especially in conflict-resolution workshops, where deep emotions surface in a way that feels safe and natural. And in the latest book I co-authored with my friend Julien Leyre we investigate how ecotones foster innovation: so biomimetic! Biomimicry is woven into every part of my life. In fact, it probably always was—I just didn’t have the words for it before. Now, I do. And with its principles as my compass, I navigate my projects with clarity and purpose.
PhD in Sustainable Systems at Linkoping University
Packaging Designer
The Biomimicry Confluence was a thrilling experience to me.
The presentations were very interesting, each by a passionate person. I had that feeling that all that I listened to had a strong purpose, and they shared that with us, their drive. That made their presentations special. They spoke from the heart. I especially liked Jay Harman's presentation, as he talked about the foundation of everything and creativity and peace of mind. The ultimate inventor.
I liked the Biomimicry Confluence in general, the people, the conversations, the incredible depth of knowledge and passion each shared. It was very inspirational and I cherished each moment of being there. Thank you so much to Jess, Ali and Rebecca for creating such a wonderful conference.
The Biomimicry Confluence was a thrilling experience to me.
The presentations were very interesting, each by a passionate person. I had that feeling that all that I listened to had a strong purpose, and they shared that with us, their drive. That made their presentations special. They spoke from the heart. I especially liked Jay Harman's presentation, as he talked about the foundation of everything and creativity and peace of mind. The ultimate inventor.
I liked the Biomimicry Confluence in general, the people, the conversations, the incredible depth of knowledge and passion each shared. It was very inspirational and I cherished each moment of being there. Thank you so much to Jess, Ali and Rebecca for creating such a wonderful conference.
Biomimicry Institute
The Biomimicry Institute's program participants and employees have raved about the Learn Biomimicry.
Some of them are well versed and some are new to the nuances of biomimicry, and they all have found a lot of value.
Thank you for the work you do!
The Biomimicry Institute's program participants and employees have raved about the Learn Biomimicry.
Some of them are well versed and some are new to the nuances of biomimicry, and they all have found a lot of value.
Thank you for the work you do!
Middle School Education, Los Angeles, CA
The Biomimicry Educator Programme changed the way I approach my 6th-grade science curriculum. The structure of the program was concise, clear, and organized. The format for resources and submitting work was clear and easy to access. Over the course of the six months, I reworked the focus of my science standards to include WHAT we can learn FROM nature in order to solve current issues. This focus gave us a timely, tangible reason to learn the material from the processes of the water cycle to the physics of wind, air pressure, and elevation. Online courses can often be bogged down by too many working platforms and resource locations, but the process for accessing work was easy.
The monthly meet-ups, with the potential for more as needed, we instrumental in seeing how others were working, solving problems, and thinking. Jess and the team are very positive, understanding of life as it leads, and understand that we are in the beginning of a learning process.. and by no means the end of one. I also appreciated the open-ended approach for determining HOW you want to engage with the concepts. Most teacher-training programs have an end in mind for you.. this programme supports your individual ideas, and helps you engage with the principles of biomimicry as your guide, and not someone else's preconceived notion of how you should engage with the material. From day one, I applied the biomimicry principles directly to my classes in real-time. I felt supported in this "jump off the cliff" strategy, which allowed me to feel safe experimenting. This is just the beginning of my Biomimicry journey, and I'm excited to continue on with collaborators I've met, and ideas I've discovered. My classroom and curriculum will never be the same.. and I feel as if I'm producing solutions for our time, rather than miring my students in the daunting weight of what still needs to be done. Biomimicry offers current, and future solutions that add an element of hope and resilience to the intersection of human behaviour and natural systems. I'm grateful for this course and all I learned. I'm excited to see what others develop as well, moving forward.
The Biomimicry Educator Programme changed the way I approach my 6th-grade science curriculum. The structure of the program was concise, clear, and organized. The format for resources and submitting work was clear and easy to access. Over the course of the six months, I reworked the focus of my science standards to include WHAT we can learn FROM nature in order to solve current issues. This focus gave us a timely, tangible reason to learn the material from the processes of the water cycle to the physics of wind, air pressure, and elevation. Online courses can often be bogged down by too many working platforms and resource locations, but the process for accessing work was easy.
The monthly meet-ups, with the potential for more as needed, we instrumental in seeing how others were working, solving problems, and thinking. Jess and the team are very positive, understanding of life as it leads, and understand that we are in the beginning of a learning process.. and by no means the end of one. I also appreciated the open-ended approach for determining HOW you want to engage with the concepts. Most teacher-training programs have an end in mind for you.. this programme supports your individual ideas, and helps you engage with the principles of biomimicry as your guide, and not someone else's preconceived notion of how you should engage with the material. From day one, I applied the biomimicry principles directly to my classes in real-time. I felt supported in this "jump off the cliff" strategy, which allowed me to feel safe experimenting. This is just the beginning of my Biomimicry journey, and I'm excited to continue on with collaborators I've met, and ideas I've discovered. My classroom and curriculum will never be the same.. and I feel as if I'm producing solutions for our time, rather than miring my students in the daunting weight of what still needs to be done. Biomimicry offers current, and future solutions that add an element of hope and resilience to the intersection of human behaviour and natural systems. I'm grateful for this course and all I learned. I'm excited to see what others develop as well, moving forward.
Sustainable Agriculture Consultant
Green-Humanity
Capability Lead - Jacobs
I have found learning about Biomimicry very inspiring. It opened my eyes to the hidden wealth of knowledge that we can learn from nature and the great opportunity that this provides.
Biomimicry offers practical applications and solutions to the various problems in our society I would highly recommend it's wider dissemination to benefit all age groups from the younger to the older generations.
I have found learning about Biomimicry very inspiring. It opened my eyes to the hidden wealth of knowledge that we can learn from nature and the great opportunity that this provides.
Biomimicry offers practical applications and solutions to the various problems in our society I would highly recommend it's wider dissemination to benefit all age groups from the younger to the older generations.
Student at UFM
My name is Cam, I'm a Liberal Arts Student in Guatemala. The last 3 years I've been exploring topics such as Design and Sustainability. Therefore, studying Biomimicry was the logical next step to me, to create a connection between those two worlds.
Throughout the course the team at Learn Biomimicry supported me and challenged me to get to new insights throughout all my journey. This course helped me to improve my skills in design and learn how to evaluate my design against the life principles to use it as a sustainability checklist.
If you are interested on Biology, Design, Sustainability or just a lover of nature that has a hunger to find innovative solutions, this is the course.
My name is Cam, I'm a Liberal Arts Student in Guatemala. The last 3 years I've been exploring topics such as Design and Sustainability. Therefore, studying Biomimicry was the logical next step to me, to create a connection between those two worlds.
Throughout the course the team at Learn Biomimicry supported me and challenged me to get to new insights throughout all my journey. This course helped me to improve my skills in design and learn how to evaluate my design against the life principles to use it as a sustainability checklist.
If you are interested on Biology, Design, Sustainability or just a lover of nature that has a hunger to find innovative solutions, this is the course.
Author of Nature in the Classroom
The Biomimicry Confluence was such an inspiring and motivating experience. It was so wonderful to connect with others who are doing this work. What was most exciting for me is the number of people around the globe, in different professions that are doing biomimicry!
Since the event, a number of us who are focused on biomimicry education have been connecting and finding ways to learn from and support each other.
The Biomimicry Confluence was such an inspiring and motivating experience. It was so wonderful to connect with others who are doing this work. What was most exciting for me is the number of people around the globe, in different professions that are doing biomimicry!
Since the event, a number of us who are focused on biomimicry education have been connecting and finding ways to learn from and support each other.
Built Environment Ecologist, Spector and Associates
I highly recommend the Biomimicry Practitioner Programme to move your ideas to reality!
Hi, I’m Cheryl Spector, an Architect and Built Environment Ecologist based in Denver, Colorado, USA. My career has always been a journey searching for how to have a positive and regenerative impact between our built environment and our natural environment, including the impact on the health of humans that occupy these built environments.
As a leader in sustainability, I often thought we had found a good process, design, materials, or manufacturing; however, I found that most of these were not working as well as we need. I left “sustainability” and jumped into the practice of biomimicry, where I found the most amazing natural mentors!
Although I got my first certification in biomimicry a decade ago, Learn Biomimicry's Practitioner Program was ideal for me, providing the structure and encouragement to pursue one of my innovative ideas that I had not been able to move forward with until completing this program.
The Learn Biomimicry staff was exceptional in their support and guidance. I’m now moving from the threshold to opening doors for innovative bio-based materials designed to collaborate with the microbiome of our homes, providing healthy interiors for our families.
I highly recommend the Biomimicry Practitioner Programme to move your ideas to reality!
Hi, I’m Cheryl Spector, an Architect and Built Environment Ecologist based in Denver, Colorado, USA. My career has always been a journey searching for how to have a positive and regenerative impact between our built environment and our natural environment, including the impact on the health of humans that occupy these built environments.
As a leader in sustainability, I often thought we had found a good process, design, materials, or manufacturing; however, I found that most of these were not working as well as we need. I left “sustainability” and jumped into the practice of biomimicry, where I found the most amazing natural mentors!
Although I got my first certification in biomimicry a decade ago, Learn Biomimicry's Practitioner Program was ideal for me, providing the structure and encouragement to pursue one of my innovative ideas that I had not been able to move forward with until completing this program.
The Learn Biomimicry staff was exceptional in their support and guidance. I’m now moving from the threshold to opening doors for innovative bio-based materials designed to collaborate with the microbiome of our homes, providing healthy interiors for our families.
I highly recommend the Biomimicry Practitioner Programme to move your ideas to reality!
Urban designer
Practice Director, Cprime Inc
Marketing Strategiest
How are we creating solutions for a world in crisis?
We need technical solutions, but more importantly, we need a shift in the practice of “business as usual.” Biomimicry shifts our cultural lens. This helps us transition from exploitative practices to ones that support lasting innovation. I am curious how we can align human activities with the principles of nature’s reciprocity and abundance. During my 6-month journey to become a Biomimicry Practitioner, I researched the wisdom of the hive mind to build stronger, more cohesive teams and foster an environment of trust and transparency. Just like bees use their unique communication methods to make collective decisions, businesses can implement similar strategies to enhance collaboration and innovation. This approach not only streamlines operations but also creates a culture of inclusivity and reciprocity, ultimately solving larger societal issues by promoting sustainable practices and a sense of community. Embracing these natural principles can transform the business world, making it more adaptable, resilient, and socially responsible.
How are we creating solutions for a world in crisis?
We need technical solutions, but more importantly, we need a shift in the practice of “business as usual.” Biomimicry shifts our cultural lens. This helps us transition from exploitative practices to ones that support lasting innovation. I am curious how we can align human activities with the principles of nature’s reciprocity and abundance. During my 6-month journey to become a Biomimicry Practitioner, I researched the wisdom of the hive mind to build stronger, more cohesive teams and foster an environment of trust and transparency. Just like bees use their unique communication methods to make collective decisions, businesses can implement similar strategies to enhance collaboration and innovation. This approach not only streamlines operations but also creates a culture of inclusivity and reciprocity, ultimately solving larger societal issues by promoting sustainable practices and a sense of community. Embracing these natural principles can transform the business world, making it more adaptable, resilient, and socially responsible.
Owner, Fuel Architects
Design Teacher at Taejon Christian International School
Founder and Strategic Advisor at Evolneo GmbH
The Biomimicry Practitioner Programme was an enlightening journey with deeply transformative experiences and profound insights. The course expanded my perspective on effective and resilient organisational development patterns and has given me a unique edge in strategy advisory. The comprehensive curriculum and masterful guidance provided by Learn Biomimicry team have been instrumental in shaping my project about organisations as living systems.
By emulating nature’s genius in integrating development with growth, I’m now even more capable of identifying hidden opportunities and innovative approaches in business, harnessing nature’s wisdom to develop regenerative solutions, and guiding leadership and executive teams towards more holistic and impactful ways of being.
Beyond knowledge about natural models, this course offers an inspiring roadmap to sustainable and harmonious future, it unveils the blueprints that hold the potential to reshape industries, technologies, and societies. The Biomimicry Practitioner Programme has not only enriched my professional acumen but also illuminated a pathway towards this transformative vision.
The Biomimicry Practitioner Programme was an enlightening journey with deeply transformative experiences and profound insights. The course expanded my perspective on effective and resilient organisational development patterns and has given me a unique edge in strategy advisory. The comprehensive curriculum and masterful guidance provided by Learn Biomimicry team have been instrumental in shaping my project about organisations as living systems.
By emulating nature’s genius in integrating development with growth, I’m now even more capable of identifying hidden opportunities and innovative approaches in business, harnessing nature’s wisdom to develop regenerative solutions, and guiding leadership and executive teams towards more holistic and impactful ways of being.
Beyond knowledge about natural models, this course offers an inspiring roadmap to sustainable and harmonious future, it unveils the blueprints that hold the potential to reshape industries, technologies, and societies. The Biomimicry Practitioner Programme has not only enriched my professional acumen but also illuminated a pathway towards this transformative vision.
Founder of Kokoxkali
My Biomimicry Practitioner learning journey over the past six months has been a continuous source of surprise and inspiration. Each step revealed new discoveries, and my colleagues provided incredible encouragement.
This experience unexpectedly transformed my side project, guiding me towards my life’s purpose: designing a healing arts framework and creating biophilic spaces aimed at restoring women's health.
The unconditional, honest, and wholehearted support from the Learn Biomimicry team has empowered me to emulate nature’s true healing powers and bring KOKOXKALI.Co to life. Heal a woman, and you heal the earth. Thank you, Jess, Melissa, Yuma, and Ali, for this amazing journey.
My Biomimicry Practitioner learning journey over the past six months has been a continuous source of surprise and inspiration. Each step revealed new discoveries, and my colleagues provided incredible encouragement.
This experience unexpectedly transformed my side project, guiding me towards my life’s purpose: designing a healing arts framework and creating biophilic spaces aimed at restoring women's health.
The unconditional, honest, and wholehearted support from the Learn Biomimicry team has empowered me to emulate nature’s true healing powers and bring KOKOXKALI.Co to life. Heal a woman, and you heal the earth. Thank you, Jess, Melissa, Yuma, and Ali, for this amazing journey.
UX Change Academy
Great Course Materials
Partner at Innate Motion
Junior Associate, McKinsey & Company
The Learn Biomimicry Practitioner's course has been an amazing experience, opening so many doors in various dimensions. - Engaging with both the Learn Biomimicry community and individuals beyond its bounds provided rich insights into diverse perspectives on nature-inspired solutions.
Throughout the course, I gained a deeper understanding of the distinctions between biomimicry, biomimetics, bio-utilization, and biomorphism. This comprehension is pivotal as we transition towards a future driven by genuinely sustainable innovations, motivated by a desire for real change rather than need to follow policies.
Although there could have been more constructive criticism and not only unwavering support, the monthly calls during the course allowed for interesting discussions where we continuously learned from each other. - For me, the course seems to be designed more for the ‘intuitive’ applications of biomimicry such as products and materials. However, the mentors can also help you to dive deeper on the more metaphorical biomimicry examples.
I was already convinced about the importance and efficiency of biomimicry and I think this course is a great way to bring biomimicry to those that need convincing. It would be a great exercise for a team looking to bring new ways of thinking into their meetings. Biomimicry thinking is not merely a skill but a mindset essential in all industries. As I embark on my journey as a strategic consultant, I will regularly be looking back at my report and course notes in order to integrate this approach into my daily practice and share it with my colleagues.
The Learn Biomimicry Practitioner's course has been an amazing experience, opening so many doors in various dimensions. - Engaging with both the Learn Biomimicry community and individuals beyond its bounds provided rich insights into diverse perspectives on nature-inspired solutions.
Throughout the course, I gained a deeper understanding of the distinctions between biomimicry, biomimetics, bio-utilization, and biomorphism. This comprehension is pivotal as we transition towards a future driven by genuinely sustainable innovations, motivated by a desire for real change rather than need to follow policies.
Although there could have been more constructive criticism and not only unwavering support, the monthly calls during the course allowed for interesting discussions where we continuously learned from each other. - For me, the course seems to be designed more for the ‘intuitive’ applications of biomimicry such as products and materials. However, the mentors can also help you to dive deeper on the more metaphorical biomimicry examples.
I was already convinced about the importance and efficiency of biomimicry and I think this course is a great way to bring biomimicry to those that need convincing. It would be a great exercise for a team looking to bring new ways of thinking into their meetings. Biomimicry thinking is not merely a skill but a mindset essential in all industries. As I embark on my journey as a strategic consultant, I will regularly be looking back at my report and course notes in order to integrate this approach into my daily practice and share it with my colleagues.
Izabela Zolcinska
Founder and CEO of MD Biomimicry
The Learn biomimicry Practitioner Programme was an amazing experience where the team and mentors taught me so much emphasizing on the Ethos and Emulation process in Biomimicry - which allowed me to reconnect with nature and the actually apply biomimicry to mayor challenges we face due to climate change such as the sargassum challenge.
My mentor's feedback guided me through the emulation process of translating the biology to the design and incrementing my creativity by following their guided process and structure which worked so well towards creating the final innovative designs inspired by nature.
I am so grateful to be part of the biomimicry community that Learn biomimicry offers and look forward to putting biomimicry into practice in future projects as well as the continuation of my designs that tackle the Sargassum Challenge in the Dominican Republic as well as in other projects integrating AI, Medicine and Biomimicry in my organization, MD Biomimicry.
The Learn biomimicry Practitioner Programme was an amazing experience where the team and mentors taught me so much emphasizing on the Ethos and Emulation process in Biomimicry - which allowed me to reconnect with nature and the actually apply biomimicry to mayor challenges we face due to climate change such as the sargassum challenge.
My mentor's feedback guided me through the emulation process of translating the biology to the design and incrementing my creativity by following their guided process and structure which worked so well towards creating the final innovative designs inspired by nature.
I am so grateful to be part of the biomimicry community that Learn biomimicry offers and look forward to putting biomimicry into practice in future projects as well as the continuation of my designs that tackle the Sargassum Challenge in the Dominican Republic as well as in other projects integrating AI, Medicine and Biomimicry in my organization, MD Biomimicry.
freelance journalist
Wereld vol Oplossingen
President, Biomimicry Granada
Natural Designs LLC
I had the incredible privilege of attending the Biomimicry Confluence, and it was truly a transformative experience.
As a gathering of biomimics and individuals passionate about sustainability, it provided a unique platform for connecting, learning, and envisioning a better future. The atmosphere was electric with shared enthusiasm and a collective vision for solving both global and local challenges through biomimicry principles.
The Biomimicry Confluence showcased groundbreaking research and innovation inspired by nature and fostered deep conversations and collaborations among attendees. It was inspiring to witness how biomimicry can offer tangible solutions to pressing environmental issues, from climate change to resource depletion.
What made the Confluence truly exceptional was its emphasis on systemic thinking and holistic approaches to problem-solving. It wasn't just about mimicking nature's forms or processes but understanding and integrating its underlying principles into every aspect of our lives and industries.
Overall, the Biomimicry Confluence was a beacon of hope and inspiration, reminding us that by working together and drawing from the wisdom of the natural world, we can create a more sustainable and resilient future for generations to come.
I had the incredible privilege of attending the Biomimicry Confluence, and it was truly a transformative experience.
As a gathering of biomimics and individuals passionate about sustainability, it provided a unique platform for connecting, learning, and envisioning a better future. The atmosphere was electric with shared enthusiasm and a collective vision for solving both global and local challenges through biomimicry principles.
The Biomimicry Confluence showcased groundbreaking research and innovation inspired by nature and fostered deep conversations and collaborations among attendees. It was inspiring to witness how biomimicry can offer tangible solutions to pressing environmental issues, from climate change to resource depletion.
What made the Confluence truly exceptional was its emphasis on systemic thinking and holistic approaches to problem-solving. It wasn't just about mimicking nature's forms or processes but understanding and integrating its underlying principles into every aspect of our lives and industries.
Overall, the Biomimicry Confluence was a beacon of hope and inspiration, reminding us that by working together and drawing from the wisdom of the natural world, we can create a more sustainable and resilient future for generations to come.
Project manager at Biomimicry Granada
On behalf of the Biomimicry Granada team, it has been a real pleasure to participate in the Biomimicry Confluence - filled with amazing talks and opportunities to connect with people working on the same field.
In Biomimicry Granada, we try to incentivise the use of biomimicry both in education and businesses. We really enjoy seeing the spark in people when they get in touch with this mindset for the first time! It really is a tool of change.
On behalf of the Biomimicry Granada team, it has been a real pleasure to participate in the Biomimicry Confluence - filled with amazing talks and opportunities to connect with people working on the same field.
In Biomimicry Granada, we try to incentivise the use of biomimicry both in education and businesses. We really enjoy seeing the spark in people when they get in touch with this mindset for the first time! It really is a tool of change.
Despite lacking a scientific background, I found the Biomimicry Confluence to be remarkably inclusive and captivating. The facilitators asked thought-provoking questions during breakout sessions. The session durations, topics, and speaker selection was well designed. Being surrounded by such intelligent, optimistic, and thoughtful individuals was truly a privilege.
Despite lacking a scientific background, I found the Biomimicry Confluence to be remarkably inclusive and captivating. The facilitators asked thought-provoking questions during breakout sessions. The session durations, topics, and speaker selection was well designed. Being surrounded by such intelligent, optimistic, and thoughtful individuals was truly a privilege.
Two days and 40 countries represented, filled with countless thought-provoking conversations and collaborations continue to expand and deepen with each day!
A heartfelt thank you to the Learn Biomimicry team for their generous spirits and love for this field! That genuine commitment to biomimicry came through. We're hugely grateful in how you orchestrated such a profoundly diverse, dedicated, and inspiring gathering of biomimics.
The intimate, inclusive atmosphere you fostered catalyzed a vibrant exchange of knowledge and support will extend far beyond the conclusion of the first (of hopefully many!) events.
Two days and 40 countries represented, filled with countless thought-provoking conversations and collaborations continue to expand and deepen with each day!
A heartfelt thank you to the Learn Biomimicry team for their generous spirits and love for this field! That genuine commitment to biomimicry came through. We're hugely grateful in how you orchestrated such a profoundly diverse, dedicated, and inspiring gathering of biomimics.
The intimate, inclusive atmosphere you fostered catalyzed a vibrant exchange of knowledge and support will extend far beyond the conclusion of the first (of hopefully many!) events.
Educator from Mumbai, India
The Biomimicry Confluence was truly diverse and the pioneers of the field took us through the actual innovative work done and being done in the field of Biomimicry.
My area of research and work is in the field of SDGs, environment development, climate change and also see them through the lens of Psychology, Sociology, Botany, Ornithology and other natural sciences.
I have been active in learning about nature but biomimicry and Janine's book a few years back led to the Aha moment for me, and since than I have been immersed in learning more from nature and about biomimicry applications. Learning biomimicry through the three courses of Learn Biomimicry made me come in contact with the actual working of the fascinating subject and also briefly with Claire Janisch.
Many congratulations to the team for this pioneering effort and best wishes for the future.
The Biomimicry Confluence was truly diverse and the pioneers of the field took us through the actual innovative work done and being done in the field of Biomimicry.
My area of research and work is in the field of SDGs, environment development, climate change and also see them through the lens of Psychology, Sociology, Botany, Ornithology and other natural sciences.
I have been active in learning about nature but biomimicry and Janine's book a few years back led to the Aha moment for me, and since than I have been immersed in learning more from nature and about biomimicry applications. Learning biomimicry through the three courses of Learn Biomimicry made me come in contact with the actual working of the fascinating subject and also briefly with Claire Janisch.
Many congratulations to the team for this pioneering effort and best wishes for the future.
President & Founder, Lodato Design
Architect
Corporate Executive
The Biomimicry Educator experience transformed my approach to creativity. I now see the world through a lens that values nature-inspired solutions, influencing not just my work but my overall mindset.
It has made me more observant that our best solutions often already exist in the ecosystems around us. This program helped me with a toolkit of biological strategies and principles that I've integrated into my course program.
Witnessing how the principles of biomimicry can be applied not only to technology, and product designs but also to processes, to daily behavior practices, and to human development has been a driving force behind my motivation.
The Learn Biomimicry team is super supportive and very professional. They dedicated very sufficient time to my learning journey and created an environment where ideas flourish. I have structured my course by embracing a biomimicry approach.
Upon completion of this program, I have gained clarity on my next steps, and it has empowered me to create a well-defined roadmap for the journey ahead.
The Biomimicry Educator experience transformed my approach to creativity. I now see the world through a lens that values nature-inspired solutions, influencing not just my work but my overall mindset.
It has made me more observant that our best solutions often already exist in the ecosystems around us. This program helped me with a toolkit of biological strategies and principles that I've integrated into my course program.
Witnessing how the principles of biomimicry can be applied not only to technology, and product designs but also to processes, to daily behavior practices, and to human development has been a driving force behind my motivation.
The Learn Biomimicry team is super supportive and very professional. They dedicated very sufficient time to my learning journey and created an environment where ideas flourish. I have structured my course by embracing a biomimicry approach.
Upon completion of this program, I have gained clarity on my next steps, and it has empowered me to create a well-defined roadmap for the journey ahead.
Industrial Engineering Lecturer, Stellenbosch University
The Learn Biomimicry Educators Programme has permanently altered how I perceive students and education in itself.
I have not only learned how to design a biomimicry course but also apply biomimicry theory which becomes inherently a part of its content and presentation style.
The support from the mentors was phenomenal and I would certainly recommend this to anyone intrigued in Biomimicry!
The Learn Biomimicry Educators Programme has permanently altered how I perceive students and education in itself.
I have not only learned how to design a biomimicry course but also apply biomimicry theory which becomes inherently a part of its content and presentation style.
The support from the mentors was phenomenal and I would certainly recommend this to anyone intrigued in Biomimicry!
CEO of Re-generación Colmenas
I really liked this program because, beyond using the methodology to develop the project, I realized the importance of learning to observe nature and the connection we have with it.
We are all one, and it is this unity that we must communicate and teach to the people around us and apply to our projects. By understanding that we are all interconnected, we can develop projects that benefit all living beings, achieving the well-being and balance of the planet. I loved being part of the program and meeting people all over the world who are interested in the same topic. Through this network, we can collaborate and promote biomimicry in all sectors.
I felt supported at all times, both by the people at Learn Biomimicry and my colleagues, and I am very grateful to each of you. It was an incredible journey of personal and professional discovery that I will undoubtedly carry out in my daily life.
I really liked this program because, beyond using the methodology to develop the project, I realized the importance of learning to observe nature and the connection we have with it.
We are all one, and it is this unity that we must communicate and teach to the people around us and apply to our projects. By understanding that we are all interconnected, we can develop projects that benefit all living beings, achieving the well-being and balance of the planet. I loved being part of the program and meeting people all over the world who are interested in the same topic. Through this network, we can collaborate and promote biomimicry in all sectors.
I felt supported at all times, both by the people at Learn Biomimicry and my colleagues, and I am very grateful to each of you. It was an incredible journey of personal and professional discovery that I will undoubtedly carry out in my daily life.
Applied Biology Teacher, Torrey Pines High School
Wow! What an incredible experience! I decided to participate in the Biomimicry Educator Program to deepen my understanding and passion for biomimicry so that I could enhance my teaching and support my student's learning about the world around them.
This program was everything I was hoping for and more. I was able to connect with an amazing group of people from all over the world and from all different backgrounds. The networking opportunities are incredible and every person I met through this program was so interesting and provided unique insights.
I would absolutely recommend this program and the Learn Biomimicry Team
Wow! What an incredible experience! I decided to participate in the Biomimicry Educator Program to deepen my understanding and passion for biomimicry so that I could enhance my teaching and support my student's learning about the world around them.
This program was everything I was hoping for and more. I was able to connect with an amazing group of people from all over the world and from all different backgrounds. The networking opportunities are incredible and every person I met through this program was so interesting and provided unique insights.
I would absolutely recommend this program and the Learn Biomimicry Team
CEO of Ekôa Park
This programme has inspired me to learn even more from nature’s wisdom and genius, but nothing like doing so with guidance and using The Biomimicry Thinking Tools and Methodology. This has been a game changer for me and my whole team!
The discussions were always so rich and full of information, I would always leave the meetings inspired and feeling grateful for this experience and the opportunity to be able see life with a different lens. I feel the Biomimicry has truly changed my life and the way I manage my company. And I see these changes on my team as well. We are constantly asking ourselves: “how does nature…” This course has offered me a chance to understand so many different things and the inspiration to ask the right questions. It became clear to me that asking the right questions, it is far more important than having the right answer. I have also learned that disturbance is a creative opportunity, not a threat. And with that in mind, me and my team have unleashed a possibility of great creativity and innovation. Thank you!
This programme has inspired me to learn even more from nature’s wisdom and genius, but nothing like doing so with guidance and using The Biomimicry Thinking Tools and Methodology. This has been a game changer for me and my whole team!
The discussions were always so rich and full of information, I would always leave the meetings inspired and feeling grateful for this experience and the opportunity to be able see life with a different lens. I feel the Biomimicry has truly changed my life and the way I manage my company. And I see these changes on my team as well. We are constantly asking ourselves: “how does nature…” This course has offered me a chance to understand so many different things and the inspiration to ask the right questions. It became clear to me that asking the right questions, it is far more important than having the right answer. I have also learned that disturbance is a creative opportunity, not a threat. And with that in mind, me and my team have unleashed a possibility of great creativity and innovation. Thank you!
Design Director, Refruit
Co-Founder & CTO, Natulatech Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Comprehensive and accessible
I am delighted to share my experience with Learn Biomimicry, a transformative platform that has enriched my understanding of nature-inspired design. The course's engaging content, insightful instructors, and practical applications have been instrumental in expanding my perspective on biomimicry. From foundational principles to real-world case studies, the curriculum is both comprehensive and accessible. The interactive elements, coupled with a supportive community, create an enriching learning environment. Learn Biomimicry has not only deepened my appreciation for nature's wisdom but has also equipped me with the tools to integrate these principles into my professional endeavors. Highly recommended for anyone passionate about sustainable and innovative design!
I am delighted to share my experience with Learn Biomimicry, a transformative platform that has enriched my understanding of nature-inspired design. The course's engaging content, insightful instructors, and practical applications have been instrumental in expanding my perspective on biomimicry. From foundational principles to real-world case studies, the curriculum is both comprehensive and accessible. The interactive elements, coupled with a supportive community, create an enriching learning environment. Learn Biomimicry has not only deepened my appreciation for nature's wisdom but has also equipped me with the tools to integrate these principles into my professional endeavors. Highly recommended for anyone passionate about sustainable and innovative design!
NaturalDesignsVT LLC
NaturalDesignsVT LLC
Senior Lecturer /University of Lagos
I enjoyed every aspect of the Biomimicry Practitioner Programme, it was well-developed and easy to understand. The course gave enough information to allow room for growth. The guidelines were simple, the Learn Biomimicry mentors were very skilled and knowledgeable. They listened to my wide scope and complicated ideas pertaining to flooding, sea level rise and water shortages occurring in St.kitts, and guided me in the right direction to design an upstream and coastal area structure to regulate the hydrological flow.
The Learn Biomimicry team all bring such contagious positive energy that you can't help but share the energy with others even after the monthly meetings have ended. I am truly grateful to each and every one of them for their time and effort given throughout the six months. BEST 6 MONTHS EVER!
The Biomimicry Practitioner Programme gave me ample confidence and design thinking skills that can be used for a lifetime. I've learned to look at each and everything from a different perspective and dive deeper into its function, strategy, and mechanism whether it is big or small.
A huge THANK YOU to the Learn Biomimicry Team, this course was awesome!
I enjoyed every aspect of the Biomimicry Practitioner Programme, it was well-developed and easy to understand. The course gave enough information to allow room for growth. The guidelines were simple, the Learn Biomimicry mentors were very skilled and knowledgeable. They listened to my wide scope and complicated ideas pertaining to flooding, sea level rise and water shortages occurring in St.kitts, and guided me in the right direction to design an upstream and coastal area structure to regulate the hydrological flow.
The Learn Biomimicry team all bring such contagious positive energy that you can't help but share the energy with others even after the monthly meetings have ended. I am truly grateful to each and every one of them for their time and effort given throughout the six months. BEST 6 MONTHS EVER!
The Biomimicry Practitioner Programme gave me ample confidence and design thinking skills that can be used for a lifetime. I've learned to look at each and everything from a different perspective and dive deeper into its function, strategy, and mechanism whether it is big or small.
A huge THANK YOU to the Learn Biomimicry Team, this course was awesome!
Founder & Executive Director - Greater Wild Valley Conservation
Project Coordinator at Agribusiness Development Center in Uganda
My sincere appreciation goes the biomimics team for putting these brilliant learning materials together. I oversee the implementation of the Climate Smart Agriculture Project and this course has been relevant in aligning my project to especially the sustainable energy solutions where we are integrating use of cow dung waste for biogas production, adopting Solar for agriculture production and efficient energy cooking solutions like energy savings stoves. These are all connected to and use principles of biomimics which I have had chance to understand more clearly. Personally the knowledge will help me in in my personal entrepreneurship journey alongside my work.
My sincere appreciation goes the biomimics team for putting these brilliant learning materials together. I oversee the implementation of the Climate Smart Agriculture Project and this course has been relevant in aligning my project to especially the sustainable energy solutions where we are integrating use of cow dung waste for biogas production, adopting Solar for agriculture production and efficient energy cooking solutions like energy savings stoves. These are all connected to and use principles of biomimics which I have had chance to understand more clearly. Personally the knowledge will help me in in my personal entrepreneurship journey alongside my work.
UX Researcher
Founder/CEO Digital Model farm
Program lead for the Masters in Ecological Design Thinking, Schumacher College
As the program lead for the (MA) Ecological Design Thinking program at Schumacher College, it has been an absolute pleasure to work with Learn Biomimicry since 2020.
The team's commitment to fostering a deep understanding of nature's wisdom and its integration into human design has resonated profoundly with our educational mission. Learn Biomimicry's online platform offers a comprehensive array of resources and courses that seamlessly align with our values and educational objectives.
The courses are designed to accommodate diverse learning styles and levels of expertise, ensuring accessibility and engagement for students from a wide range of professional and cultural backgrounds.
Student feedback to Learn Biomimicry has always been overwhelmingly positive. The platform's user-friendly interface, well-organized structure and handbook, and captivating visuals contribute to a smooth and intuitive learning experience.
The incorporation of interactive elements, case studies, and real-world applications ensures that participants remain actively engaged. What makes Learn Biomimicry unique is the infusion of knowledge and passion, which is evident in the material and interactions with the Learn Biomimicry founders and educators.
We wholeheartedly endorse Learn Biomimicry to any educational institution seeking meaningful change inspired by nature.
As the program lead for the (MA) Ecological Design Thinking program at Schumacher College, it has been an absolute pleasure to work with Learn Biomimicry since 2020.
The team's commitment to fostering a deep understanding of nature's wisdom and its integration into human design has resonated profoundly with our educational mission. Learn Biomimicry's online platform offers a comprehensive array of resources and courses that seamlessly align with our values and educational objectives.
The courses are designed to accommodate diverse learning styles and levels of expertise, ensuring accessibility and engagement for students from a wide range of professional and cultural backgrounds.
Student feedback to Learn Biomimicry has always been overwhelmingly positive. The platform's user-friendly interface, well-organized structure and handbook, and captivating visuals contribute to a smooth and intuitive learning experience.
The incorporation of interactive elements, case studies, and real-world applications ensures that participants remain actively engaged. What makes Learn Biomimicry unique is the infusion of knowledge and passion, which is evident in the material and interactions with the Learn Biomimicry founders and educators.
We wholeheartedly endorse Learn Biomimicry to any educational institution seeking meaningful change inspired by nature.
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Teacher
Outdoor Educator & Elementary Teacher
The Biomimicry Educator Programme substantially elevated my profession as an outdoor educator/Montessori teacher.
The prerequisite Biomimicry Short Course was a hearty framework that was clearly infused into the program and continues to be an excellent resource for me as an educator. The more I delved into each design phase of the program, I noticed a breath of fresh air into my work. I also felt gratification in seeing how my project was being woven into my work with my students at school. The applications I gained through the course were immediately translated into my work with obvious relevance. My students were overjoyed to do the activities that came out of my project that I developed throughout the course.
The facilitators of Learn Biomimicry are both professional and supportive. They are genuinely invested in our growth as biomimicry educators and are thrilled to witness our progress through the program! They are skillful in giving useful feedback and are eager to celebrate our victories. Networking with the biomimicry community throughout the course is nourishing and refreshing. I am so grateful to have met my cohorts and look forward to keeping in touch with many of them!
I now feel prepared, confident and motivated to branch out and grow my profession as a biomimicry educator. I also feel like biomimicry is much more accessible to me as a human being and a member of this ecosystem of life on Earth. I am so glad that I chose to join the Educators program!
The Biomimicry Educator Programme substantially elevated my profession as an outdoor educator/Montessori teacher.
The prerequisite Biomimicry Short Course was a hearty framework that was clearly infused into the program and continues to be an excellent resource for me as an educator. The more I delved into each design phase of the program, I noticed a breath of fresh air into my work. I also felt gratification in seeing how my project was being woven into my work with my students at school. The applications I gained through the course were immediately translated into my work with obvious relevance. My students were overjoyed to do the activities that came out of my project that I developed throughout the course.
The facilitators of Learn Biomimicry are both professional and supportive. They are genuinely invested in our growth as biomimicry educators and are thrilled to witness our progress through the program! They are skillful in giving useful feedback and are eager to celebrate our victories. Networking with the biomimicry community throughout the course is nourishing and refreshing. I am so grateful to have met my cohorts and look forward to keeping in touch with many of them!
I now feel prepared, confident and motivated to branch out and grow my profession as a biomimicry educator. I also feel like biomimicry is much more accessible to me as a human being and a member of this ecosystem of life on Earth. I am so glad that I chose to join the Educators program!
Engineering Student
The Biomimicry Practitioner Program absolutely changed the idea I had of Biomimicry. Now I can see how far and wide biomimicry can be applied.
This program guides you throughout the path of understanding nature from its tiniest parts to the global view. Zooming in and out to deeply acknowledge the links that exist in life with the help of the whole team of Learn Biomimicry. They have always been there to assist me with any doubts and to bring me new insights and ideas that really helped me with my innovative solution.
Choose this program if you truly want to incorporate biomimicry into your life and career!
The Biomimicry Practitioner Program absolutely changed the idea I had of Biomimicry. Now I can see how far and wide biomimicry can be applied.
This program guides you throughout the path of understanding nature from its tiniest parts to the global view. Zooming in and out to deeply acknowledge the links that exist in life with the help of the whole team of Learn Biomimicry. They have always been there to assist me with any doubts and to bring me new insights and ideas that really helped me with my innovative solution.
Choose this program if you truly want to incorporate biomimicry into your life and career!
Mechanical Engineer
As this course comes to an end, I just wanted to add a section to personally thank each and every person in the Learn Biomimicry Team.
This course has been fascinating to be a part of and it has reminded me of how perfect nature is. I have made mistakes but with your help and guidance, I have made it to the end. In this project, I wanted to prove that Biomimicry Life Principles could be applied to a current workplace issue where the goal is not to ‘create something new’ or ‘create something extraordinary’ but simply to improve on a current design and make it cheaper.
My mindset was, “If I could apply Biomimicry Life Principles to something as simple and uncomplicated as this, then I could apply it anywhere, despite how simple or complicated the challenge may be. I am proud to say that, despite my inability to prototype this design and bring it to a tried and tested conclusion, I have still achieved my goal.
So again, thank you to each and every one of you for creating/teaching this course! I am extremely grateful!
As this course comes to an end, I just wanted to add a section to personally thank each and every person in the Learn Biomimicry Team.
This course has been fascinating to be a part of and it has reminded me of how perfect nature is. I have made mistakes but with your help and guidance, I have made it to the end. In this project, I wanted to prove that Biomimicry Life Principles could be applied to a current workplace issue where the goal is not to ‘create something new’ or ‘create something extraordinary’ but simply to improve on a current design and make it cheaper.
My mindset was, “If I could apply Biomimicry Life Principles to something as simple and uncomplicated as this, then I could apply it anywhere, despite how simple or complicated the challenge may be. I am proud to say that, despite my inability to prototype this design and bring it to a tried and tested conclusion, I have still achieved my goal.
So again, thank you to each and every one of you for creating/teaching this course! I am extremely grateful!
Lecturer, Texas Tech University
The experience I had with the Biomimicry Educator Program of Learn Biomimicry has changed my way of thinking in a way that no matter how many potential solutions nature provides; we can divide (based on the context) and conquer to reach out to the best fit solution to our challenges.
One of the many great exposures I had in this program was that I was able to identify and use resources near me. The other beauty of the program is that it connects you to people from every part of the world, the team, members in the cohorts, and co-pilots.
The Learn Biomimicry team members are very knowledgeable, super kind and extremely supportive in helping us stay on track. The program fits well into my schedule because of the schedule options provided and you can learn at your own pace within a month or two for each section.
The experience I had with the Biomimicry Educator Program of Learn Biomimicry has changed my way of thinking in a way that no matter how many potential solutions nature provides; we can divide (based on the context) and conquer to reach out to the best fit solution to our challenges.
One of the many great exposures I had in this program was that I was able to identify and use resources near me. The other beauty of the program is that it connects you to people from every part of the world, the team, members in the cohorts, and co-pilots.
The Learn Biomimicry team members are very knowledgeable, super kind and extremely supportive in helping us stay on track. The program fits well into my schedule because of the schedule options provided and you can learn at your own pace within a month or two for each section.
Teacher and Trainer
The Biomimicry Educator Program was a truly exciting journey, from the initial interviews till the final presentations I felt part of a strong and supporting community.
The program is very well organized with enough guidance and enough freedom at the same time. It was amazing to see how different participants came up with different projects.
The program is also very rich in resources and materials. The time assigned for every task was just enough if you followed it in a timely manner.
It is an amazing opportunity that has opened the doors for new experiences and potentials.
The Biomimicry Educator Program was a truly exciting journey, from the initial interviews till the final presentations I felt part of a strong and supporting community.
The program is very well organized with enough guidance and enough freedom at the same time. It was amazing to see how different participants came up with different projects.
The program is also very rich in resources and materials. The time assigned for every task was just enough if you followed it in a timely manner.
It is an amazing opportunity that has opened the doors for new experiences and potentials.
Abigail Doan studio
Co Founder of ConnectByNature
Architect & 3D designer, nature observer, visionary student of biomimicry
Strategy Director and Writer
Founder, GROW
Director, BiomimicrySA
The Biomimicry Educators Programme really helped me to explore truly connecting and inspiring ways of sharing biomimicry with learners.
Using the biomimicry design methodology to create the learning experience also connects one more deeply with the actual practice of approaching a challenge using the design spiral. The team of mentors were absolutely brilliant at providing support, inspiration and also in challenging us where it was needed. Working in a cohort created the space for the learners to share experiences, encourage each other, learn from each other and contribute ideas and feedback to a diverse range of project topics.
An expansive learning experience that I highly recommend to anyone wanting to incorporate nature-inspired innovation into their curriculums.
The Biomimicry Educators Programme really helped me to explore truly connecting and inspiring ways of sharing biomimicry with learners.
Using the biomimicry design methodology to create the learning experience also connects one more deeply with the actual practice of approaching a challenge using the design spiral. The team of mentors were absolutely brilliant at providing support, inspiration and also in challenging us where it was needed. Working in a cohort created the space for the learners to share experiences, encourage each other, learn from each other and contribute ideas and feedback to a diverse range of project topics.
An expansive learning experience that I highly recommend to anyone wanting to incorporate nature-inspired innovation into their curriculums.
Interdisciplinary Artist
Mechanical Engineer
Inspired me to continue my study into nature's adaptability. I was so impressed by Learn Biomimicry that I am now taking the comprehensive Biomimicry Practitioner Programme.
Inspired me to continue my study into nature's adaptability. I was so impressed by Learn Biomimicry that I am now taking the comprehensive Biomimicry Practitioner Programme.
Biomimicry Educator and Author
If you have stumbled across Learn Biomimicry as I did and are considering taking a course - make the call, send the email. It will change your perspective about everything in the most rewarding way. You WILL find a way in your schedule to make the time.
The instructors have this nonjudgmental way with you and your ideas, only keeping you on track for the intentions and focus of the Learn Biomimicry Educator Program. Genius, like nature! And the soul connection is in the power of joining like-minded, delightful people from all around the planet and witnessing the creativity in their projects. AMAZING!
There are so many good things going on in the world that you don’t always hear about. Well, I am here to tell you that Learn Biomimicry is at the top of my ‘wonderful and powerful’ list. Wildest imaginations and journeys my fellow humans! Hop on board this fast-moving knowledge and awareness train....it is life-changing and you will love the ride...seriously...I loved every minute of every assignment, rabbit holes and all!
If you have stumbled across Learn Biomimicry as I did and are considering taking a course - make the call, send the email. It will change your perspective about everything in the most rewarding way. You WILL find a way in your schedule to make the time.
The instructors have this nonjudgmental way with you and your ideas, only keeping you on track for the intentions and focus of the Learn Biomimicry Educator Program. Genius, like nature! And the soul connection is in the power of joining like-minded, delightful people from all around the planet and witnessing the creativity in their projects. AMAZING!
There are so many good things going on in the world that you don’t always hear about. Well, I am here to tell you that Learn Biomimicry is at the top of my ‘wonderful and powerful’ list. Wildest imaginations and journeys my fellow humans! Hop on board this fast-moving knowledge and awareness train....it is life-changing and you will love the ride...seriously...I loved every minute of every assignment, rabbit holes and all!
Industrial and Concept Designer
The Biomimicry Practitioner Program was an amazing experience for me. It helped me to connect the different dots in my design life into one picture and gave me a direction I have been looking for a long time. I have discovered great people and a great community. I got a lot of knowledge of how to use the Biomimicry Life Principles in design.
This program helped me to organize my work and gave me a clear direction in my innovation job - it is a big step forward as I have discovered how innovative nature is and that is an unlimited source of inspiration.
The assisting team was super friendly and helpful. They gave me a lot of input during my studies and they supported me in the difficult moments of the project. The atmosphere was great and the vibe was super positive. I am looking forward to introducing the biomimicry principles in my Design community and encouraging them to get deeper inside this amazing topic where a lot of inspiration is to find.
The Biomimicry Practitioner Program was an amazing experience for me. It helped me to connect the different dots in my design life into one picture and gave me a direction I have been looking for a long time. I have discovered great people and a great community. I got a lot of knowledge of how to use the Biomimicry Life Principles in design.
This program helped me to organize my work and gave me a clear direction in my innovation job - it is a big step forward as I have discovered how innovative nature is and that is an unlimited source of inspiration.
The assisting team was super friendly and helpful. They gave me a lot of input during my studies and they supported me in the difficult moments of the project. The atmosphere was great and the vibe was super positive. I am looking forward to introducing the biomimicry principles in my Design community and encouraging them to get deeper inside this amazing topic where a lot of inspiration is to find.
Dipl. Architecture and Designer
The Biomimicry Practitioner Programme promotes learning from nature to create more sustainable human designs. It inspired me to look at the world through a different lens.
It was an excellent course with well-defined and applied biomimicry concepts, tools, and principles to create biomimetic designs. I learned to apply nature’s design principles, strategies, functions, and patterns to my design to create human-made designs.
The team is so knowledgeable and never failed to give me a nudge to dive deeper into the research. Designing with the Biomimicry Life’s Principles in mind definitely inspired me to continue my biomimicry learning journey and incorporate nature-inspired design into my daily life.
The Biomimicry Practitioner Programme promotes learning from nature to create more sustainable human designs. It inspired me to look at the world through a different lens.
It was an excellent course with well-defined and applied biomimicry concepts, tools, and principles to create biomimetic designs. I learned to apply nature’s design principles, strategies, functions, and patterns to my design to create human-made designs.
The team is so knowledgeable and never failed to give me a nudge to dive deeper into the research. Designing with the Biomimicry Life’s Principles in mind definitely inspired me to continue my biomimicry learning journey and incorporate nature-inspired design into my daily life.
Environmental Engineer
The Learn Biomimicry Practitioner Programme was a phenomenal learning journey which allowed me to dig deeper into the intriguing world of Biomimicry.
I found the videos and learning materials to be extremely illuminating and they got me thinking about how to learn FROM Nature. The instructors are supportive and knowledgeable, and just awesome people to interact with and learn from, with the group check-ins very useful and inspiring to hear from others around the world and see their creativity.
Claire Janisch was (and continues to be) a game-changer who managed to leave a lasting legacy through the Biomimicry Short Course Set and the mentors she's influenced. I cannot recommend this programme highly enough!
The Learn Biomimicry Practitioner Programme was a phenomenal learning journey which allowed me to dig deeper into the intriguing world of Biomimicry.
I found the videos and learning materials to be extremely illuminating and they got me thinking about how to learn FROM Nature. The instructors are supportive and knowledgeable, and just awesome people to interact with and learn from, with the group check-ins very useful and inspiring to hear from others around the world and see their creativity.
Claire Janisch was (and continues to be) a game-changer who managed to leave a lasting legacy through the Biomimicry Short Course Set and the mentors she's influenced. I cannot recommend this programme highly enough!
Operations and Business Development
Ceo Regeneracion Colmenas
Author of The Biomimicry Revolution
This was a fantastic biomimicry short course set. I research and teach the philosophy of biomimicry and have just published a book on the subject, The Biomimicry Revolution: Learning from Nature how to Inhabit the Earth. Having spent 8 years researching biomimicry pretty much full time, I still got a lot out of this course!
This was a fantastic biomimicry short course set. I research and teach the philosophy of biomimicry and have just published a book on the subject, The Biomimicry Revolution: Learning from Nature how to Inhabit the Earth. Having spent 8 years researching biomimicry pretty much full time, I still got a lot out of this course!
Principal Architect at Kham Design & Design Educator
Let me start off by thanking the Learn Biomimicry team for curating this beautiful concept of training biomimicry educators to promote biomimicry and upskill what it can do to the benefit of the world.
The program was intense, with lots of learning on the concepts, the processes and the ways we could curate the program for the students we are working on. It also gave us an opportunity to network with cohort colleagues from across the world and gave different perspectives on the way Biomimicry can be taught to various age groups. Would love to be connected for longer with the team to learn more.
Without a doubt, I would recommend the Biomimicry Educator Program to anyone who is interested in teaching the concept of biomimicry.
Let me start off by thanking the Learn Biomimicry team for curating this beautiful concept of training biomimicry educators to promote biomimicry and upskill what it can do to the benefit of the world.
The program was intense, with lots of learning on the concepts, the processes and the ways we could curate the program for the students we are working on. It also gave us an opportunity to network with cohort colleagues from across the world and gave different perspectives on the way Biomimicry can be taught to various age groups. Would love to be connected for longer with the team to learn more.
Without a doubt, I would recommend the Biomimicry Educator Program to anyone who is interested in teaching the concept of biomimicry.
Postdoctoral Fellow, Penn State University
Therapist and Supervisor
The biggest master is nature. Biomimicry is a perfect way to listen to this master, for creating a healthy thriving living way to save the planet from our "civilized" way. From eco-nomic thinking to eco-logical thinking
The biggest master is nature. Biomimicry is a perfect way to listen to this master, for creating a healthy thriving living way to save the planet from our "civilized" way. From eco-nomic thinking to eco-logical thinking
Founder and CEO, Shinka Sustainability Consultants
Learning is a treasure that will follow its owner everywhere. — Chinese Proverb.
For me, this is what Biomimicry is all about - keep learning and changing for the good. Nature's model of evolution keeps changing and adapting for the better and getting the most out of the available resources.
Everything that nature creates is the most that can be done from it without any harmful effect on its neighbours while the neighbours are quite the opposite. Nature's resources, learning, and the treasure that it has for the past few billion years are free. We just need to respect and reach out for it.
We, being part of nature have to follow its rules and act accordingly to thrive.
Learning is a treasure that will follow its owner everywhere. — Chinese Proverb.
For me, this is what Biomimicry is all about - keep learning and changing for the good. Nature's model of evolution keeps changing and adapting for the better and getting the most out of the available resources.
Everything that nature creates is the most that can be done from it without any harmful effect on its neighbours while the neighbours are quite the opposite. Nature's resources, learning, and the treasure that it has for the past few billion years are free. We just need to respect and reach out for it.
We, being part of nature have to follow its rules and act accordingly to thrive.
After 6 months of an immersive learning experience with the Learn Biomimicry team, I would admit all my five senses have gained a new perspective and appreciation of the natural world surrounding me. The systematic methodology employed for learning biomimicry through my chosen project challenge helped me assimilate the concepts quite well.
The "Challenge to Biology" approach was made very intuitive through the monthly check-in discussions with my cohort and the challenges from my mentor group were the icing on the cake during the programme. After a couple of decades in the management and tech consulting profession, I was accustomed to the famed MECE framework for problem-solving (that typically pushes for outcomes benefiting a single party - the payor mostly). The practice of biomimicry involves understanding and then applying nature's tried and tested (through 3.8 billion years of evolution) circular problem-solving methods and systems design principles, and considering the benefit to all stakeholders from any solution.
This gave me a new way of looking at everyday challenges around me and how natural models exist that have solved similar problems much before humans. Am grateful to the experienced team of mentors that helped me along my learning journey. I intend to take forward my learnings from this unique programme and try to refine and pilot my design for a sustainable urban food-growing ecosystem over the coming year. I also intend to use biomimicry alongside my data & technology background to solve other societal and business challenges around me.
Biomimicry has hereon become an integral part of my life.
After 6 months of an immersive learning experience with the Learn Biomimicry team, I would admit all my five senses have gained a new perspective and appreciation of the natural world surrounding me. The systematic methodology employed for learning biomimicry through my chosen project challenge helped me assimilate the concepts quite well.
The "Challenge to Biology" approach was made very intuitive through the monthly check-in discussions with my cohort and the challenges from my mentor group were the icing on the cake during the programme. After a couple of decades in the management and tech consulting profession, I was accustomed to the famed MECE framework for problem-solving (that typically pushes for outcomes benefiting a single party - the payor mostly). The practice of biomimicry involves understanding and then applying nature's tried and tested (through 3.8 billion years of evolution) circular problem-solving methods and systems design principles, and considering the benefit to all stakeholders from any solution.
This gave me a new way of looking at everyday challenges around me and how natural models exist that have solved similar problems much before humans. Am grateful to the experienced team of mentors that helped me along my learning journey. I intend to take forward my learnings from this unique programme and try to refine and pilot my design for a sustainable urban food-growing ecosystem over the coming year. I also intend to use biomimicry alongside my data & technology background to solve other societal and business challenges around me.
Biomimicry has hereon become an integral part of my life.
The Biomimicry Short Course Set provides a solid foundation for any biomimicry enthusiast! I am hooked, and will be looking out for opportunities to learn more!
The Biomimicry Short Course Set provides a solid foundation for any biomimicry enthusiast! I am hooked, and will be looking out for opportunities to learn more!
Initially, I went into Mechanical Engineering in the hope of pursuing Biomimic Engineering since there was no degree for it at that time. The Biomimicry Short Course Set is exciting as now I am learning how to apply what I love (being nature) to what I have studied. Thank You and I am excited to learn more.
Initially, I went into Mechanical Engineering in the hope of pursuing Biomimic Engineering since there was no degree for it at that time. The Biomimicry Short Course Set is exciting as now I am learning how to apply what I love (being nature) to what I have studied. Thank You and I am excited to learn more.