Join us at Discovery Center for Teen Science Cafes, a STEM event led by teens for teens. Engage with local experts on a variety of discussions geared toward career pathways and community skill training. Registration open to 8th - 12th grade students of Rutherford County. Refreshments will be provided. 

On October 17th, Dr. Rosa Vásquez Espinoza, a National Geographic Explorer and founder of Amazon Research International, will host a special Teen Science Cafe as she brings her passion for rainforest science and discovery to Middle Tennessee. 

Recognized among the BBC's 100 Most Influential Women in the World and celebrated for her groundbreaking work protecting Amazon biodiversity, Dr. Vásquez Espinoza will dig deeper into her research and answer questions about a career in science and exploration.