Melissa Kurman

Melissa joined the Science Center in 2017. As Senior Manager, Impact and Evaluation, Melissa leads the process of defining and tracking outputs and outcomes that are relevant and achievable and serves as the lead content expert in funding applications and reports for the Science Center's STEM education initiatives.

Before joining the Science Center, Melissa was a marine ecologist studying the ability of marine foundation species like giant kelp and deep-sea corals to adapt to climate change. Melissa earned her B.S. in Biology from Temple University and her M.S. in Biology from California State University, Northridge. When Melissa isn't at the Science Center, you can find her cooking, hiking, or hanging out with her dog, Monty.