Koert van Mensvoort is an artist, philosopher and scientist, known for his work on the concept of Next Nature — the vision that technology has become second nature. He is the founder and director of the Next Nature Network and the Next Nature Museum in Eindhoven. Van Mensvoort studied computer science and fine art, obtained his PhD from Eindhoven University of Technology, and served as Visionary in Residence at the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena.