BIOMIMICRY
Ayla KISER, PhD
Biomimicry Expert and Scientist in Industry
I am one of the world’s first biomimicry practitioners hired by a multinational corporation to develop biomimetic consumer products.
Ayla KISER, PhD
I have a PhD in environmental engineering and MS in biomimicry, and I’m a Certified Biomimicry Professional by Biomimicry 3.8.
10+ Years of Biomimicry Experience
As a Senior Scientist in Biomimicry at Johnson & Johnson (J&J) Consumer Health, I solve challenges in consumer healthcare by creating solutions that mimic nature’s genius. Through the practice of biomimicry, we can innovatively support human health and well-being while also improving planetary health.
My journey as a biomimicry professional at J&J started in August 2017 and continues today. I am learning first-hand, from the inside of a large company, how to practice biomimicry in industry and overcome the challenges that come with trying to bring new approaches and tools into R&D.
My accomplishments thus far:
- Launched and built the first biomimicry program in J&J;
- Led 7 formal biomimicry projects for baby care, oral care, skin health, and self-care;
- With my team, created an internal database of biological models and biomimetic technologies;
- With my team, developed 12 biomimetic concepts to prototype after finding hundreds of relevant biological models; and
- Developed sustainable biomimetic concepts for product packaging
Currently, I am:
- Prototyping 3 prioritized concepts of biomimetic consumer products that I developed
- Creating a roadmap for nature-inspired planetary health (sustainability, regeneration) for J&J Consumer Health
- Designing ways to visually demonstrate our science and the benefits of our products
TEACHING AND LEADERSHIP
Teacher and Supervisor
Johnson & Johnson Consumer Health Biomimicry Program
I train and supervise biomimicry interns at J&J, plus teach J&J researchers and designers about the value and process of biomimicry for product design.
Guest Lecturer
Sorbonne Université, Paris, France and Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
I introduce students to biomimicry and awaken them to nature’s genius for innovative and sustainable problem-solving. I also share my experience and the lessons I’ve learned working as a biomimicry professional in industry.
Mentor
Frasier Global Mentorship Program, Arizona State University School of Sustainability
As a mentor for university students studying sustainability, I share my insights and resources for applying biomimicry and sustainability in industry and host the students on-site or online for design sprints tackling real challenges within J&J.
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Experience
BIOMIMICRY PRESENTATIONS AND PUBLICATIONS
29 December 2022
Guest lecture at Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Industrial Design Department, Biomimicry in Engineering and Design course
Dammam, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (webinar)
5 October 2022
Guest lecture at Sorbonne Université, Masters 2 Professional Biology Department
Paris, France
7 October 2021
Guest lecture at Sorbonne Université, Masters 2 Professional Biology Department
Paris, France
4 February 2021
Guest lecture at Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Industrial Design Department, Biomimicry in Engineering and Design course
Dammam, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (webinar)
2020
Chapter for a French cosmetics textbook for universities and cosmetic companies:
Kiser MA. 2020. Biomimétisme. In: Guissart E, Barragan-Montero V, editors. Matières premières cosmétiques: Actifs naturels. Vol. 1. France: Cosmetic Valley Editions.
7 October 2020
Guest lecture at Sorbonne Université, Masters 2 Professional Biology Department
Paris, France
Ayla KISER, PhD
I am one of the world’s first biomimicry practitioners hired by a multinational corporation to develop biomimetic consumer products.