Scientific Research, Education and Ocean Conservation, The Walter Munk Foundation for the Oceans

 The Walter Munk Foundation for the Oceans is focused on advancing and supporting ocean science, creating impactful earth science educational content, and advocating for ocean conservation. The non-profit organization is committed to creating a meaningful and enduring impact on our relationship with the ocean.

Dimitri Deheyn, Ph.D.
Marine Biologist - Research Scientist - Board Member

Dimitri is a Scripps marine biologist developing research in the field of biomimicry: the process of emulating Nature to support green and sustainable innovations for various industries. His research aims at understanding the fundamental mechanisms responsible for specific adaptations organisms have developed to thrive under particular conditions, in aquatic or terrestrial environments.