Ena Naito

Ena Naito is an interdisciplinary design researcher affiliated with Aalto Studios at Aalto University's School of Arts, Design and Architecture. Her work bridges biology, design, and co-learning, focusing on sustainability competencies in makerspaces and bio-based material innovation.

• MA in Contemporary Design with CHEMARTS, Aalto University
• BFA in Fine Art, University of Oxford, UK

Research interests include:

• Biodesign
• Biomaterials
• Sustainability education
• Infrastructural design
• Alternative socio-cultural knowledge systems for environmental sustainability

Her recent publications analyze biodesign integration in fabrication settings, emphasizing collaborative methodologies and bio-based material exploration. Key themes span educational infrastructure, digital fabrication, and art-science intersections.

Scientific recognition:

• Outstanding Science Award at Biodesign Challenge
• DipWrap team award at Biodesign Challenge