Biomimicry: Biology to Design

Date(s) & Location(s):
June 10 - 28, 2024 in Durham, NC (In-person portion starts June 23rd)
June 24 - July 12, 2024 in Durham, NC (In-person portion starts July 7th)
July 8 - 26, 2024 in Durham, NC (In-person portion starts July 21st)
Grades Eligible:
Rising  10th 11th 12th
Course Description:

“Biomimicry: Nature-inspired Design” is a project-based, hands-on learning experience that asks highschoolers to design bio-inspired ideas that provide solutions to important real-world challenges. Learners will explore biology’s functionality, through direct observation and research, then transform selected strategies into an innovative engineering design while working collaboratively in teams. 

Instructor:
Leigh Aultman
About The Instructor:

I am a former 8th grade science teacher who taught for 13 years in Chapel Hill at McDougle Middle School. I love exploring and learning about the natural world from watching the behavior of tiny insects to understanding the ecological processes of mangrove forest. I am a life-long learner who feels it is my duty to educate others about nature’s genius in hopes of solving complex challenges that we all face.

Cost:
$1925