Professor Frederick Marks, FAIA
Academy of Neuroscience for Architecture · Salk Institute for Biological Studies, La Jolla
The Industry Chapter was opened remotely by Professor Frederick Marks, who joined the delegates in Auckland online. His career has been spent at the point where architectural practice meets scientific evidence. A licensed architect for more than three decades and a Fellow of the American Institute of Architects, he has specialised in the planning and design of healthcare and laboratory science facilities.
Professor Marks is a founding Board member of the Academy of Neuroscience for Architecture, which he has served as Chief Operating Officer and as President, and he remains on its Board. He is a Visiting Scholar and Research Collaborator at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies. He holds degrees in architecture and in business administration, with a major in real estate and urban land economics, a combination that joins design judgement to an understanding of how buildings are financed and delivered.
His association with the series predates this occasion. He delivered a keynote address at GDI 2025 in Auckland and serves as a Chair of DigiBUILT 2026. The organisers record their sincere gratitude to Professor Marks for opening the day from afar and for his continued commitment to the series.
Sources: ANFA member profile · International Arts + Mind Lab
