Robert is a web developer and data analyst who has been with the World Science Festival since 2020. He attended Harvey Mudd College, graduating in 2016 with a BSc in mathematics. In his spare time, he enjoys coding, creating data visualizations, photography, and rock climbing.

Robin Bendiak graduated from Harvey Mudd College with a BSc in Physics. After graduation, she obtained her teacher’s credential and taught elementary and high school special education. In 2021, Robin joined the education team at WSF, where she has worked as Interim Program Coordinator and Education Associate for the World Science Scholars program.

James Bourtis joined the WSF Education Team in 2022 where he has grown the World Science Scholars Program and overseen its pair of live festivals. He found himself at WSF after serving as a teaching fellow for Brian Greene while at Columbia University, where he graduated with degrees in Economics, Philosophy, and Political Science. James was born and raised in Rochester, New York and is an avid fencer who travels with the US National Team.