Hola! Soy Denisse! I graduated from Harvard College with a BA in physics in May 2023. I'll be starting a PhD at MIT's Nuclear Science and Engineering Department in faIl.
I'm interested in equalizing the world's access to energy and education through experimental nuclear science research, advocacy, and policy. I grew up in an under-resourced and predominantly immigrant community in Houston, TX, and I deeply understand how intricately access to education and energy is tied to someone's quality of life.
I've worked in the Mundy Group at Harvard University synthesizing and characterizing transparent superconductors. And I've also worked at the Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory, Commonwealth Fusion Systems, and the Etscorn Observatory.
Photo credit: Rose Lincoln
Aside from my scientific interests, I'm interested in digital science communication, fusion energy policy, environmental and energy justice. Please reach out with any opportunities or questions!