Discovering Sparks
Igniting Curiosity
About Discovering Sparks
At Discovering Sparks, we envision a world where every student, regardless of their background, has equal access to the transformative power of STEM education. We are committed to inspiring and empowering young minds from underserved communities to explore, discover, and innovate through science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Our mission is to ignite a lifelong passion for STEM and equip the next generation of leaders with the skills and knowledge needed to shape a brighter, more equitable future.
We accomplish our mission by actively bridging the gap in STEM education through the tools we build and our hands-on learning experiences. By providing comprehensive STEM kits and fostering curiosity in students who may not otherwise have access to these opportunities, we ensure that every young person can envision STEM as a pathway to their future success. We believe that by sparking confidence and providing the right resources and support, students from all backgrounds can thrive in our rapidly evolving world.
Our Programs and Services
Skepticite – Local-first, Sovereign Research Tool
An open-source, sovereign research tool that runs completely locally to map academic papers, identify literature gaps, and analyze science using private or Cloud AI. Analyzes research papers that are currently found on OpenAlex and PubMed. This project currently is in the beta phase and is planned to be released by Jan. 2027.
Personalized Mentorship + STEM Kits
Comprehensive, hands-on STEM kits designed to bring science, technology, engineering, and mathematics to life. Our kits provide students with the resources they need to explore STEM concepts and develop practical problem-solving skills in an engaging, accessible format. We also plan to supplement the learning in the kits with one-on-one and group mentorship programs connecting students with experienced STEM professionals and educators.
Community STEM Workshops
Interactive workshops and learning experiences tailored for underserved communities. These programs foster curiosity, build foundational STEM knowledge, and create opportunities for students to discover their passion for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.