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Anna-Marie van der Lei is a Lecturer at the Department of Design, Aalto University. Her work bridges design practice with sustainable material innovation, focusing on bio-based materials and circular economy principles.
- Academic Rank: Lecturer
- Department: Department of Design
- Email: anna.van.der.lei@aalto.fi
- Phone: +358503000914
Her research explores the intersection of design, material science, and sustainability, with recent projects involving mycelium, seaweed, and flower waste as raw materials for design applications. She has curated exhibitions at Dutch Design Week and contributed to design-led material research initiatives.
The majority of her publications from 2020-2024 highlight interdisciplinary collaborations, emphasizing real-world applications of experimental materials and the role of design in environmental innovation. Key themes include bio-materials, sustainable design, and curatorial practices.
While she has not received individual scientific awards, her students have been recognized with multiple honors including the Ornamo Award (2022, 2024) and Green Product Award, reflecting her mentorship impact in design education.

