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Dr. Sarafina El-Badry Nance is an award-winning astrophysicist, author, and advocate who works at the intersection of research and communication. Dr. Nance is the critically acclaimed author of Starstruck: A Memoir of Astrophysics & Finding Light in the Dark.
Nance is fervently passionate about equity and works with policymakers, executives, and governmental organizations to champion the work of underrepresented groups and enact systemic change.

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Dr. Sarafina El-Badry Nance is an award-winning astrophysicist, author, and advocate who works at the intersection of research and communication. Dr. Nance is the author of the critically acclaimed memoir, Starstruck: A Memoir of Astrophysics & Finding Light in the Dark.
Nance is fervently passionate about equity in STEM, and works with policymakers, executives, and governmental organizations to champion the work of underrepresented group and enact systemic change.