IRISTEM transforms complex STEM research into education materials for younger students, while teaching our members how to engage directly with primary research.
We create youth-friendly curriculum, activities, visuals, and outreach resources around based on cutting-edge scientific papers.
Our student perspective helps us make unfamiliar STEM topics more approachable, relevant, and engaging.
About IRISTEM
Our Impact
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University Partnerships
Articles Adapted
What We Do
We turn peer-reviewed research into accessible lessons, workshops, and outreach resources.
Lessons, worksheets, vocabulary, and discussion guides turn findings into classroom-ready learning.
Activities help students investigate scientific ideas through observation, design, and discussion.
Resources support schools, youth organizations, workshops, and community education partners.
Visual summaries and clear language give students approachable entry points into advanced topics.
Participation data, surveys, and summaries help describe educational reach and engagement.
See the Work
This example turns technical tsunami research into an approachable explanation with highlighted concepts, supporting visuals, and clear connections to community safety.
IRISTEM adapts the format, vocabulary, activities, and level of detail to each project and intended student audience.
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Accessible curriculum helps more students engage with climate, resilience, and serious STEM learning.
We help research travel beyond journals into curriculum, outreach, and community use.
Activities and discussion guides help students move from explanation to active investigation.
Feedback, participation data, and summaries help show how students engage with research.
Support IRISTEM
IRISTEM is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Donations support accessible educational resources, student creators, youth outreach, and community learning.
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