Chandni Ashra joined the Science, Society and Culture team toward the end of 2023 as its administrative coordinator.

As program coordinator for Science, Society and Culture, Peri Lund works on the strategic planning and execution of the division’s Presidential Lecture series, which aims to foster discourse, discovery and a sense of belonging among the broader New York research community.

In her current role as the senior vice president of Science, Society and Culture, Ivvet Modinou leads public engagement for the Simons Foundation, including strategic oversight of Science Sandbox, a flagship grant-making program that seeks to inspire and engage those who do…

Elizabeth Simolke joined the Simons Foundation in 2019 as the outreach coordinator for the President’s Office, and transitioned to the Science, Society and Culture team in 2021.

As program director, John Tracey works with the vice president of Science, Society and Culture to develop and execute Science Sandbox’s funding strategy.

Kelsa Trom is a community engagement and programs expert with a background that spans art and culture, media and design consulting.

Omar Vera joined the Science, Society and Culture team in the fall of 2021. He is responsible for assisting with Science, Society and Culture’s program development, including grant administration.