Megan Schuknecht

Megan Schuknecht is a Senior Biomimicry Educator at The Center for Learning with Nature.25 She is a biologist by training and has developed into an interdisciplinary generalist in practice.23 Her expertise lies in biomimicry, design challenges, university education, and program specialization in the field of appropriate technology.

Professional Experience

Throughout her career, Megan has held several notable positions:

• Senior Biomimicry Educator (current role)1
• Senior Biomimicry Professional1
• Director of Design Challenges1
• Director of University Education & Relations1

Education

Megan's educational background includes:

• Master's in Environmental Studies from Universitas Tamansiswa (2001-2004)6
• Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Grinnell College (1989-1993)6

Expertise and Contributions

Megan is known for her work in biomimicry, which is an emerging discipline that encourages close observation of nature and application of those learnings to solve human challenges in ways that benefit all.4 She has been involved in various aspects of biomimicry education and application, including design challenges and university relations.1

As a senior educator at The Center for Learning With Nature, Megan likely plays a crucial role in developing and delivering educational content related to biomimicry and its applications.23 Her interdisciplinary approach allows her to bridge the gap between biology and other fields, making her well-suited for teaching and promoting the principles of biomimicry.2