Maker Faire Syracuse 2024
Playful Circuits: Crafting Electric Art with Playdough
Home: New York, United States
Dive into 'Playful Circuits', where first-grader girl scouts turn playdough into electric art! Craft circuits, light up LEDs, and learn the basics of electricity through creative, hands-on fun. A sparking journey of science and creativity!
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Doug Yung
As a dedicated advocate for equitable education in science and engineering, Doug Yung has carved a niche at the intersection of technical expertise and community empowerment. Based in Syracuse, NY, Doug has a vibrant history of fostering STEM literacy and excitement among K-12 students and the broader community. With a strong foundation in biomedical engineering, Doug channels this knowledge into innovative outreach programs, aiming to ignite a lifelong passion for science and technology in young minds. Beyond his daytime job in classroom and labs at Syracuse University, Doug embraces the role of a troop co-leader for the Daisy Girl Scouts. This position is not just a title but a commitment to mentorship, guiding young girls through their formative years with a focus on the joys and challenges of discovery. Through hands-on projects and interactive learning, Doug instills in these young Daisies the courage, confidence, and character to look beyond the stars and dream of a future rich with scientific explor
