Meet the Team

“It takes a village to raise a child” - African proverb

The heart of our organization is the HQ Team of student leaders and adult role models (both female and male allies) that work together to manage the organization and fulfill Scientella’s mission.

General Manager

“I’m privileged to observe as students explore their passions and develop belief in their leadership capabilities. I hope that young girls are inspired to pursue STEM fields requiring increased female representation to shape a more inclusive and diverse future for the better”

Raquel dos Santos

Scientella Co-Founder

University of Chicago Graduate

Student HQ Leaders

Zinia Khattar -- Associate General Manager (2025-26) -- HQ Leader (2021-22: Director of Webinars, 2022-23 & 2023-24: Director of Student Consulting Projects, 2024-25: Director of Partnerships and Corporate Sponsorships) -- Chapter Leader (Del Norte High School)

Prachi Dhoot -- HQ Leader (2025-26: Director of Student Consulting Projects, 2024-25: Director of Webinars) -- Chapter Leader (Troy High School)

Tanvi Movva -- HQ Leader (2025-26: Director of Webinars) -- Chapter Leader (Del Norte High School)

Anya Carroll -- HQ Leader (2025-26: Director of Mentorships) -- Chapter Leader (The Rivers School)

Isabella Chen -- HQ Leader (2025-26: Director of Fundraising) -- Chapter Leader (Canyon Crest Academy)

Isha Popat -- HQ Leader (2025-26: Director of Partnerships) -- Chapter Leader (Canyon Crest Academy)

Madeline Seech -- HQ Leader (2025-26: Director of Social Media) -- Chapter Leader (Canyon Hills High School)

Sarah Al-Najjar -- HQ Leader (2025-26: Director of Chapter Relations) -- Chapter Leader (Ardrey Kell High School)

Abigail Qiu -- HQ Leader (2025-26: Director of Chapter Expansion) -- Chapter Leader (Pacific Ridge High School)

Adult Advisors

Alexa Tralla, Advisor, Illumina

Gillian Belk, Advisor, Mad Science Group