Meet the team
Welcome to our "Meet the Team" page! Here, you'll discover the passionate minds and creative spirits who make our work both rigorous and refreshingly human. From cutting-edge cognitive science to evocative theatrical storytelling, each of our colleagues brings a unique expertise—and a shared commitment—to unlocking new insights in how people learn, create, and connect.
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Melinda Renteria
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Akshay Nagarajan
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Elsa Baumgartner
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Zachary Weiner
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Andrea Chiba
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Victor Minces
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Amy Eguchi
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Jinsil Park
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Erica Chuo
Our Many Minds and Busy Bodies
Neuroscience & Learning Science
Our neuroscience researchers hail from leading U.S. universities, where they've conducted extensive research on brain-body interactions, dynamics of learning and individual differences. As science-of-learning experts, they translate these discoveries into evidence-based strategies that power more engaging and effective educational experiences.
Cognitive Science & Psychology
Bridging theory and practice, our cognitive scientists and psychologists explore how attention, decision-making, and problem-solving evolve over time. Their work informs the design of tools and activities that strengthen executive functions—like working memory and inhibitory control—so learners can tackle complex challenges with confidence.
Theatre, Art & Ethnography
Creativity and context matter. That's why our theatre practitioners and visual artists collaborate closely with ethnographers, ensuring that every narrative and interface we develop resonates with real people in real communities. They help us craft stories and experiences that feel lively, authentic, and culturally tuned-in.
Data Science & Learning Design
Behind every interactive activity lies a bedrock of data. Our data scientists analyze patterns of engagement to continuously refine what works—and why. In turn, our learning designers sculpt those insights into intuitive pathways, blending multimedia, feedback loops, and goal-setting to spark "aha!" moments.
Education & Beyond
Finally, our education specialists bring decades of classroom and curriculum-building know-how. They ensure that our innovations aren't just theoretically sound, but also practical, scalable, and delightfully user-friendly for teachers and learners alike.
Together, we're more than a collection of disciplines—we're a collaborative ecosystem. Each day, we mix lab-born rigor with artistic flair, empirical analysis with human storytelling, and the latest technology with time-tested pedagogy. We're driven by one mission: to design experiences that empower everyone to learn joyfully, think deeply, and unleash their full potential. Welcome aboard!