martyna is a physicist, educator, and artist based in boston.

I earned my BS in Physics at UMass Amherst, followed by an MS in Applied Physics at UMass Boston, where my graduate research focused on experiential learning of new science concepts, such as nanotechnology and atomic-scale microscopy in the K-12 classroom. I’ve worked as a public high school physics teacher (fondly known as “Ms. L”), a coding camp coordinator, and most recently, a project administrator and contributor at AFFOA in Cambridge, MA. My research interests include science communications via art and design, experiential and immersive learning, and enhancing accessibility of specialized science topics.

Ultimately, I am interested in ongoing innovation of immersive STEM/STEAM experiences, ranging from museum exhibitions to traditional learning settings, and how digital media can effectively communicate ideas otherwise inaccessible to the general public.

I have maintained a mindfulness-focused painting practice for 3+ years, and have recently been working on a physics education blog. Currently, I am learning new audio-visual tools to expand my creative process. In my free time, I enjoy vegan cooking and live music.