Oliver Medvedik

Director Of Science at Terreform ONE

Oliver Medvedik is an accomplished professional in the fields of bioengineering and molecular biology, currently serving as the Director of the Maurice Kanbar Center for Biomedical Engineering at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art since September 2013. In addition to overseeing bioengineering research projects and STEM education, Oliver Medvedik co-founded several organizations, including Lifespan.io and Genspace NYC, where contributions include leadership and scientific direction. Other notable roles include Scientist-in-Residence at the School of Visual Arts, a TED Fellow, and a former adjunct professor at New York University, where innovative courses on biosemiotics were developed. Oliver Medvedik holds a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology/Experimental Pathology from Harvard University and has a diverse background that includes research at Sirtris Pharmaceuticals and Hunter College.

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New York, United States

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Terreform ONE

Terreform ONE [Open Network Ecology] is the official non-profit design group that promotes green design in smart cities. Through our creative projects and outreach efforts, we hope to illuminate the environmental possibilities of urban areas and inspire climate based solutions around the world. Terreform ONE is a unique laboratory for scientists, artists, architects, and individuals of all backgrounds to explore and advance the larger framework of ecological design. The group develops innovative solutions and technologies for local sustainability in energy, transportation, infrastructure, buildings, waste treatment, food, and water. These solutions are derived from the interface of design, science, engineering, and synthetic biology.


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