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Keynote Speakers

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2026

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KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Dr. Raven Baxter
Molecular Biologist


Title: The Science of Connection: How Culture, Creativity, and Trust Transform Learning. 
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Biography:
Dr. Raven Baxter, known globally as Dr. Raven the Science Maven, is a molecular biologist, science communicator, and learning scientist whose work lives at the intersection of culture and scientific excellence. Her research examines how hip-hop, identity, and storytelling shape the way people understand and trust science. With a following of over 325,000 online, she treats her platform as a living laboratory, publicly testing science communication theory in real time.
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A former science teacher and academic advisor, she brings that classroom experience into everything she does. She founded The Science Haven, a national nonprofit expanding access to science education, and serves as Director of Development and Partnerships for the Association of Science Communicators, where she founded the Science Communication Consortium on Ethics. Her honors include Forbes 30 Under 30 and Fortune 40 Under 40.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2026

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FELLOWS SPEAKER
Tim Guinee
New York Legislative-Action Director
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​The Bridge Between Science and Action
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Tim Guinee is a globally recognized climate advocate, actor, and leader dedicated to bridging the gap between scientific data and public mobilization. As the Founder of Climate Actors and a member of the Climate Reality Project’s Leadership Corps, Tim specializes in translating complex climate science into actionable, solution-based narratives.

His work focuses on the intersection of education, community resilience, and legislative change, making him a pivotal voice for educators aiming to inspire the next generation of scientific thinkers.
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Key Expertise & Impact
  • Narrative Strategy: Leveraging a career in storytelling to help scientists and educators communicate the urgency of the climate crisis without succumbing to "doomism."
  • Grassroots Mobilization: Instrumental in legislative efforts focused on regenerative agriculture and renewable energy transitions.
  • Educational Advocacy: Partnering with academic institutions to integrate real-world climate solutions into STEM curricula.

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