Ley Bergeron
I am a PhD student researching Canadian deaf signers’ climate science knowledge and sign language practices in relation to climate change awareness and preparedness for climate-induced natural disasters through linguistic ethnography.
Maggie Donaldson
As the NRSC Director, Maggie combines her background in education, research, and program coordination to support innovative STEM initiatives. Originally from Pittsburgh, PA (Go Steelers!), she began her career as a high school science teacher at the Rochester School for the Deaf, where she discovered her passion for Deaf Education. That passion led her to join the research team at the SPaCE Center at RIT/NTID, where she contributed to studies on the impact of COVID-19 on Deaf Education, resulting in several publications. She later transitioned into project management with the NRSC Team at RIT/NTID, where she led efforts such as the annual Math Competition and helped develop and support a variety of STEM-related programs and activities. Outside of work, Maggie enjoys taking her service dog, Dublin, on walks, relaxing with her cat and dog, and finding cool new spots to hammock and unwind.
Shane Carrizales
Currently HS Science Teacher, teaching Chemistry, Physics, Human Anatomy & Physiology, and Environmental Science.
Clinton Stimpson
I love being outdoors, and solving difficult STEM related problems.
Dr. Lorne Farovitch
My name is Dr. Lorne Farovitch and I am a deaf transdisciplinary biomedical researcher and multilingual signer (fluent in over five sign languages), dedicated to advancing health equity for deaf communities worldwide through community-driven research. As founder and Executive Director of the Global Deaf Research Institute (GDRI), I lead deaf-centered interventions, bridging gaps between services and deaf populations with data-powered solutions by deploying national deaf needs assessments. This approach is vital tools for policy change, improved services, and resource allocation tailored to deaf communities.
My past research spans quality of life surveillance, infectious disease, and inclusive public health across eight countries and four U.S. jurisdictions, collaborating with governments to break down language-based healthcare barriers. Grounded in lived experience and intersectional advocacy, I champion deaf-led solutions through global partnerships, policy reform, and scalable models for equitable health systems.
Drishti Bansal
I’m a passionate data scientist/machine learning engineer, diving deep into mathematics and machine learning for years. As a Deaf individual navigating a hearing world, I rely on apps to communicate and face unique challenges in professional spaces. I’m eager to connect with the Deaf in Data community to share experiences, build meaningful connections, and grow together in the world of data. Let’s aim higher!
Protons & Neutrons
Through simple rhyming sentences, colorful pictures, and engaging characters, you’ll learn about the structure of an atom; protons, neutrons, and electrons; charge and mass properties; molecules and compounds; covalent and ionic bonds; the periodic table; and so much more. This is the story of subatomic particles as never told before. Join Pete the Proton and Ned the Neutron as they get together to build everything in the universe.
Electrons
Ellie the Electron’s story is the stuff of Chemistry legend, full of mystery and excitement! Learn the basics of chemistry through simple rhyming sentences, vibrantly colorful science pictures, and engaging, energetic characters. You’ll learn about the structure of an atom, electrons, charge and mass properties, and so much more. Join this sparky little particle on her adventures in the subatomic world. Let your imagination roam while you and your kiddo ponder what’s it like to live inside an atom!
Lindsey Coulter
CODA and second generation interpreter who currently works in Education.
Hayley Yasui
I have a wide breadth of experience in STEM education with a personal interest in expanding equitable educational experiences in astronomy and entomology.