Meet our team of scientists, designers, and interdiscplinary problem solvers.

Dana is a designer from San Diego, CA with a focus
on sustainable products and bio-based materials. She believes that with the intersection of science and design, we can work together to build a more equitable and environmentally responsible way of life for ourselves and for future generations.

Laura is a biomedical engineer from San Diego, CA. She is passionate about biomimetic design as it challenges her to approach solutions creatively and utilize her interdisciplinary thinking. Being a part of Ecoshield’s team is important to her because it allows for the exploration of multi-faceted fields, with diverse applications.

Mikayla is a Biomedical Engineer from San Diego, California. She is inspired by the different engineering techniques that can be used in biodesign applications and advocates incorporating a design perspective into biotech. Working on Ecoshield allows her to implement her scientific background in a creative space that can impact the world around her.

Allyn is a visual & graphic designer from Berkeley, California. She is intrigued by the multidisciplinary role of design across various industries and is passionate about how design can be used as a tool of empowerment. Designing for EcoShield intersects her interest in design’s interaction with biotech- nology and it’s potential for real-world solutions.