Dasia Taylor Email & Phone Number

Dasia “Thee Head Nerd” Taylor is a young innovator, researcher, and STEM advocate. As a researcher, Dasia’s journey has been shared widely on platforms such as CBS, Disney Channel, AfroTech, and the US Department of Defense.Dasia began her innovative journey by developing a surgical suture capable of infection detection. This led to several national and international awards, including: - Glenn T. Seaborg Award, recognizing and encouraging research and education in STEM- 2022 Rising Star Award, awarded to young women 25 and younger who have boldly broken ceilings to create pathways for the next generation to achieve greatness- “Ellen’s Science Fair for People Named Dasia who are Changing the World with Great Inventions” Presented by Ellen DeGeneres Dasia has spoken widely across the nation beginning at Harvard’s Graduate School of Education Alumni of Color Conference. Since electrifying the audience with Generation Z ideas and innovation, they have performed a plethora of keynotes to educators, corporate stakeholders, and most importantly, students around the nation. Topics such as, “Researcher 101” to “Gen Z Innovation Changing the World” are notable keynotes and panel discussions that transform people’s perspectives on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math education and innovation. Their work has been featured on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, PBS NewsHour, CNN, The Washington Post. and PEOPLE Magazine. For bookings, email: Dasia.Terrionna@gmail.com

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  University Of Iowa

  Global Health Studies