Archives: Profiles

  • Bioceptive Cervical Retractor and IUD Inserter

    New Orleans–based Bioceptive designed a device called a cervical retractor to replace the forceps used in IUD insertion.

    Bioceptive Cervical Retractor and IUD Inserter
  • Augmented Infant Resuscitator (AIR)

    The Augmented Infant Resuscitator (AIR) provides real-time feedback while using a bag-valve mask to resuscitate a newborn.

    Augmented Infant Resuscitator (AIR)
  • Adolesent 360

    Adolesent 360 Survive and thriveAccording to the World Health Organization (WHO), pregnancy and childbirth complications are the leading cause of death for girls ages 15 to 19. By co-creating new platforms with young adults, Adolescent 360 and the My Choice program draw on research in public health and human-centered design to increase young people’s agency…

    Adolesent 360
  • Simona Zappas

    Communications Officer, Youth and Young Adult Programs and Engagement Role: I lead our youth programs and our programs for young adults I aim to create programs that are playful, accessible, and make participants feel special. Favorite things in Seattle: I’m a transplant to Seattle and I’ve found a home at Scarecrow Video, the Red Hall…

    Simona Zappas
  • Alexis Sanderlin

    Customer Service and Event Coordinator What is your role at the Discovery Center?I help manage the Discovery Center email, schedule groups to come in for visits, and help out with a number of tasks and projects behind the scenes. Favorite thing to do in Seattle?I love to enjoy the summer sunshine at Mariners games. True…

    Alexis Sanderlin
  • Dane Ichimura

    Program Assistant What is your role at the Discovery Center?I make the calendars move and the time groove! Favorite thing to do in SeattleI love to eat ramen and ride skateboards.

    Dane Ichimura
  • Sarah Pham

    Meet YAP '20 alumni Sarah Pham.

    Sarah Pham
  • Doetri Ghosh

    Meet YAP alumni Doetri Ghosh!

    Doetri Ghosh
  • Sanika Datar

    Meet YAP alumni Sanika Datar!

    Sanika Datar
  • Polly Yorioka

    Visitor Engagement Associate What is your role at the Discovery Center?I support the Visitor Experience Team to engage schools, groups, and the general public. Favorite thing to do in Seattle?Dog-watching at Green Lake and eating ice cream at Molly Moon’s is always fun!

    Polly Yorioka