1st International Workshop on Biomimicry
Lessons from Nature for Sustainable Materials Design
Workshop Overview
Join leading researchers and innovators to explore how nature's 3.8 billion years of R&D can inspire sustainable materials design and manufacturing solutions.
Learn About Biomimicry
Learn about biomimicry and the most recent innovations in the field from leading international experts.
Networking
Connect with researchers, industry professionals, and innovators in the biomimicry field.
ThinQa Launch
Beta launch of ThinQa AI platform for biomimicry-inspired design and prototyping.
Workshop Schedule
International Speakers
Hear from world-renowned experts in biomimicry and sustainable design.
Jess Berliner
Co-founder & Director of Product
Learn Biomimicry
Alistair Daynes
Managing Director
Learn Biomimicry
Yuma Langenbach
Biomimicry Professional & Practitioner
Consultant
Sabri Alamri
Chief Research Officer
Fusionbionic
Geraldine Wharry
Fashion Futurist
Future of Fashion
Melissa Sikosana
Biomaterials Scientist
Leibniz-Institut für Polymerforschung Dresden
Dr. Vladimir Katanaev
Scientific Director of Translational Oncology Research Center
Qatar Biomedical Research Institute
Organizing Committee
Meet the team behind the 1st International Workshop on Biomimicry.
Dr. El Tayeb Bentria
Workshop Chair, Materials Scientist
HBKU
Dr. Brahim Aissa
Materials Unit Director
HBKU
Dr. Sanjay Chawla
Chief Scientist
HBKU
Dr. Amine Haboub
Organizer
HBKU
Ms. Johanne Medina
Organizer
HBKU
Introducing ThinQa
Nature's Genius, AI Accelerated. Transform biological innovations into 3D-printable prototypes in minutes.
AI-Powered Analysis
Advanced LLM models analyze natural phenomena and translate biological principles into innovative design solutions.
3D-Ready Prototypes
Generate precise, manufacturable 3D models optimized for immediate printing and testing.
Scientific Accuracy
Grounded in peer-reviewed research papers database for reliable results.
Innovation Acceleration
Transform months of research into actionable prototypes in minutes, not weeks.
Venue & Location
Join us in education city Doha, Qatar
Minaretein
Travel Information
- • Visa-free entry for 80+ countries
- • English widely spoken
- • Currency: Qatari Riyal (QAR)
- • Weather: Pleasant February temperatures (17-25°C)
Experience Qatar
