Jeanne Gang is an American architect and the founding principal of Studio Gang, an architecture and urban design practice based in Chicago. She is known for her innovative designs that often emphasize sustainability and community engagement. Gang's work includes notable projects such as the Aqua Tower, which features a unique undulating façade, and the Chicago Riverwalk, which enhances public access to the river. Gang has received numerous awards for her contributions to architecture, including the prestigious MacArthur Fellowship in 2011. She is also a professor at the Harvard Graduate School of Design, where she shares her expertise and inspires the next generation of architects.