Judy D. Lemus

Judy D. Lemus, Ph.D., is a Specialist at the Hawaii Institute of Marine Biology (HIMB), part of the University of Hawaii's School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology (SOEST). She co-chairs the UH Marine Biology Graduate Program and leads the MakerLab initiative, an innovative, learner-driven makerspace focused on integrating science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) through experiential learning and community engagement.

Her research and educational work emphasize science education, teacher training, and interdisciplinary STEM practices. Through MakerLab, she supports undergraduates, graduate students, and secondary science teachers in developing scientific and engineering design skills. Funded by the National Science Foundation, her projects promote experiential learning, educational outreach, and the integration of Making into science curricula.

Judy Lemus has no publications listed in the provided text, but her initiatives reflect a strong focus on educational innovation in marine and environmental sciences.

• Co-chair, UH Marine Biology Graduate Program
• Lead, MakerLab educational initiative
• Funding from the National Science Foundation

She mentors students and teachers through internships and collaborative projects, fostering a creative, collaborative environment for science learning. Her work bridges marine biology research with practical, community-oriented education.

The MakerLab, under her guidance, hosts diverse workshops such as Mechatronics, Molecular Sampling, 3D printing, and Coral Reef studies, reflecting a broad, integrative approach to science education.