she/ella. Exploratorium Physicist, Educator, & Science Communicator. Geeky nerd. PhD in Chemical and Material Physics. Blaxican American Woman
Joined October 2012
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10 Aug 2021
Just in time for #BlackinChem, I was featured on an episode of @novapbs #OutofOurElements! You can learn about the chemistry of glass, and why it is useful for us in transferring information like this tweet!
youtu.be/eMy2_A3Z26g
#ExploEdu #BlackinPhysics #BlackandSTEM @sacnas
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We're #hiring at the Exploratorium! Are you a #PhD scientist in a physical science field who loves teaching and communicating science? Check out this staff scientist educator position. Apps close 3/1. Job starts in June.
exploratorium.applytojob.com…
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We're #hiring at the Exploratorium! Are you a veteran K-8 classroom #teacher with experience teaching science? Check out this science educator position. Apps close 3/1. Job starts in June.
exploratorium.applytojob.com…
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5 Oct 2025
I’m speaking at Queer Quest, a healing-centered event uplifting queer & trans BIPOC communities through joy, rest, and collective care. Chicago | Center on Halsted | 10/11–12
Sign up for complimentary tickets and join us! oyanova.com/queerquest
#QueerQuest # QueerQuest2025
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7 Aug 2025
My talk from the 2024 @SACNAS Conference is posted! If you're interested in hearing the origin story of my superhero, Photonic, take a listen.
youtube.com/watch?v=UrxvASAG…
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Dr. Desiré Whitmore, LASERchick retweeted
26 Jan 2025
I cannot stress enough how important it is to do silly, frivolous things that serve no other purpose than making you happy.
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Your voice matters! 🗣️ Help us honor excellence in STEM by nominating a mentor or colleague to speak at the #2025NDiSTEM plenary in Columbus, Ohio. Together, we can inspire and celebrate our community.
🔗Nominate here: hubs.la/Q031BWMv0 🎉
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Do you know someone who’s making waves in STEM? 🌊 Nominate them to share their journey and insights at #2025NDiSTEM, October 30–November 1, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio. Your nomination could help inspire the next generation! Submit here: hubs.la/Q031JZBg0 💡
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🌟 Help shape the future of diversity in STEM! Nominate a trailblazing researcher, a barrier-breaking professional, or an inspiring mentor to speak on the plenary stage at #NDiSTEM2025 in Columbus, Ohio. Submit your nomination today: hubs.la/Q032HFP60 ✨
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Dr. Desiré Whitmore, LASERchick retweeted
11 Nov 2024
Are you in the Philadelphia area? Join us November 13th at 6pm! RSVP HERE zurl.co/SsyU @lawilliamsPhD @blackinxnetwork @BlackInAstro @BlackinMarSci
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11 Nov 2024
The Bell Riots, coming to a tent city near you. #StarTrekDS9
#CaptainSisko
11 Nov 2024
I do think at some point, as a journalist, it’s your responsibility to read between the lines a little bit
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🎉 Kicking off our "SACNAS is Home" campaign! 🎉
At SACNAS, we’re dedicated to fostering diversity in STEM by supporting students and professionals from all backgrounds, and providing programs that connect cultures and celebrate community.
Donate today: hubs.la/Q02Vx-7g0
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1 Nov 2024
It was an honor to share the stage with these powerhouses! What a morning. ❤️😭😍
1 Nov 2024
SACNAS Day 2 Keynote Speakers have me tearing up! Very inspiring work✨ @SACNAS #2024NDiSTEM #TrueDiversity
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Dr. Desiré Whitmore, LASERchick retweeted
1 Nov 2024
@DarthScience tells #NDiSTEM2024 Photonic's story, her superhero alter ego, as her life story. It's hard to recognize your own strength & what you bring to the table but we all have them and you can be the next real life SUPER SCIENTIST
superscientists.org/
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Dr. Desiré Whitmore, LASERchick retweeted
1 Nov 2024
Last night, I got to be on a panel with the incredible @DarthScience. Today, Desiré is on the main stage. Killing it! @SACNAS #2024NDiSTEM is always so incredible.
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Dr. Desiré Whitmore, LASERchick retweeted
23 Oct 2024
Here's my message to young people: you wouldn't let a bunch of old people decide what music you're going to listen to or what clothes you're going to wear – so don't let them decide your future.
Make a plan to vote today: IWillVote.com/Obama
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16 Oct 2024
Thanks for this great honor, @calacademy! I'm in amazing company and look forward to working with these amazing fellows.
15 Oct 2024
Congrats & welcome to our 14 new Academy Fellows and 4 distinguished award-winners! We are delighted to include these leaders alongside our 500 previous Fellows, selected for their contributions to scientific research and public engagement.
More at bit.ly/4fnYp1h.
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12 Oct 2024
2 weeks and counting...
Meet Desire Delia Whitmore, PhD, one of our Featured Speakers at #2024NDiSTEM! ⭐ ⚛️
A Blaxican American and Southern California native, Dr. Desiré Whitmore, aka “LASERchick” is the Staff Physicist Educator in the Teacher Institute at the Exploratorium in San Fran.
@DarthScience
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12 Oct 2024
So so cool!! This was a really fun and rewarding experience.
#BlackinPhysics
#BlackinPhotonics
#BlackinChem
#BlackinEducation
#BlackandSTEM
#LatinXinSTEM
10 Oct 2024
She's built attosecond lasers to study the movement of molecules🤯and is part of the team at @exploratorium that has trained and inspired thousands of science teachers📷. Dr Desiré Whitmore @DarthScience, aka Photonic, is our latest SuperScientist more @ superscientists.org
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27 Sep 2024
I had such a good time with the Ole Miss chemistry department yesterday! Thanks for hosting me.
24 Sep 2024
Join us for a research seminar by Dr. Desiré Whitmore (San Francisco Exploratorium) on Thursday, September 26th at 4:00pm in Coulter 211! @exploratorium @umlibarts
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26 Sep 2024
This is gonna be so amazing!
Meet Desire Delia Whitmore, PhD, one of our Featured Speakers at #2024NDiSTEM! ⭐ ⚛️
A Blaxican American and Southern California native, Dr. Desiré Whitmore, aka “LASERchick” is the Staff Physicist Educator in the Teacher Institute at the Exploratorium in San Fran.
@DarthScience
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