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  <title><![CDATA[Engineering Curiosity: How a Georgia Tech Researcher Sparks Imagination in K–12 Classrooms]]></title>
  <body><![CDATA[<p>Inspired by <em>MythBusters</em> and her global childhood education, Nisha Detchprohm pursued mechanical engineering at Georgia Tech, earning both bachelor’s and master’s degrees. Now a research engineer at CEISMC, she creates accessible K-12 STEAM curricula and teacher training resources to spark curiosity and engagement. Through hands-on projects and creative tools, she conducts research with classroom impact, empowering educators and inspiring the next generation.</p><p><a href="https://research.gatech.edu/node/44412"><strong>Read more »</strong></a></p>]]></body>
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