Dr. Desiré Whitmore, LASERchick

she/ella. Exploratorium Physicist, Educator, & Science Communicator. Geeky nerd. PhD in Chemical and Material Physics. Blaxican American Woman

[Dr. Desiré Whitmore, LASERchick @DarthScience]

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!
https://t.co/ny7OpRcP1O
#ExploEdu #BlackinPhysics #BlackandSTEM @sacnas

[Dr. Desiré Whitmore, LASERchick @DarthScience]

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.

https://t.co/N9WvNWOVdb

[Dr. Desiré Whitmore, LASERchick @DarthScience]

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.

https://t.co/UjSgeub0rR

[Dr. Desiré Whitmore, LASERchick @DarthScience]

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! https://t.co/6ME9S3ehUy

#QueerQuest # QueerQuest2025

[Dr. Desiré Whitmore, LASERchick @DarthScience]

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.

https://t.co/N8t7zqiVOf

[Dr. Desiré Whitmore, LASERchick @DarthScience]

@Dr_Gamble21 @ravenscimaven Maybe the best post EVER!

[uYintongaYosimelela @Qwabekazi]

I cannot stress enough how important it is to do silly, frivolous things that serve no other purpose than making you happy.

[Dr. Desiré Whitmore, LASERchick @DarthScience]

@astrotoya I wish I could hug you. Here's my old-lady puppy in a cheeseburger T-shirt instead.

[SACNAS @SACNAS]

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: https://t.co/ixupcGaKYr 🎉

[SACNAS @SACNAS]

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: https://t.co/xHoBDDBV9o 💡

[SACNAS @SACNAS]

🌟 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: https://t.co/hNXiIv9VI3 ✨

[Dr. Desiré Whitmore, LASERchick @DarthScience]

@astrotoya

[TheWOCproject @theWOCproject]

Are you in the Philadelphia area? Join us November 13th at 6pm! RSVP HERE https://t.co/LtE0OCIG3U @lawilliamsPhD @blackinxnetwork @BlackInAstro @BlackinMarSci

[Dr. Desiré Whitmore, LASERchick @DarthScience]

@IBJIYONGI 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[Dr. Desiré Whitmore, LASERchick @DarthScience]

@isaperezxx 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[Dr. Desiré Whitmore, LASERchick @DarthScience]

The Bell Riots, coming to a tent city near you. #StarTrekDS9
#CaptainSisko

[delaniac 🌹🌱 @ChadNotChud]

I do think at some point, as a journalist, it’s your responsibility to read between the lines a little bit

[SACNAS @SACNAS]

🎉 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: https://t.co/ApRodYgmIG

[Dr. Desiré Whitmore, LASERchick @DarthScience]

@SACNAS continues to support me in my growth and leadership, and I'm so incredibly grateful! I'm honored to be given the opportunity to pay it forward to the next generation of superscientists.

[SACNAS @SACNAS]

Day two of #2024NDiSTEM was powerful! Our four featured speakers reminded us to harness our strengths, stay true to ourselves, and embrace resilience and courage 💪🌟 What an inspiring lineup! #SACNAS
@DarthScience
@NAULeeLab
@echohawkd3

[Dr. Desiré Whitmore, LASERchick @DarthScience]

@pchemistariel @SACNAS It was so awesome to meet you and share space with you. ❤️

[Dr. Desiré Whitmore, LASERchick @DarthScience]

It was an honor to share the stage with these powerhouses! What a morning. ❤️😭😍

[Paola Isabel @paolaaisabeel]

SACNAS Day 2 Keynote Speakers have me tearing up! Very inspiring work✨ @SACNAS #2024NDiSTEM #TrueDiversity

[Jolene Ramsey @jrrmicro]

@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
https://t.co/WNde22jw99
#TrueDiversity