Teachers Organizing Diverse Opportunities Across a STEM Ecosystem
Whether you’re searching for relevant, classroom-ready materials or seeking to engage with professionals who bring STEM to life, the NM STEM Friends Hub offers an accessible entry point to high-quality resources and real-world expertise. All featured materials and tools have been thoughtfully vetted by New Mexico educators to ensure they align with local learning goals and classroom needs. Through this collaborative platform, educators can connect with STEM professionals, ask questions, share ideas, and explore topics that enrich teaching and learning.
The NM STEM Friends Hub is more than a collection of contacts—it’s a dynamic, statewide network built to foster lasting partnerships and elevate the impact of STEM education. At its core, this initiative is designed to support teachers in creating engaging, meaningful learning experiences that truly benefit students across New Mexico.
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The New Mexico STEM Friends Hub is a dynamic initiative that strengthens STEM education by connecting teachers and professionals, researchers, and industry experts across the state. This innovative platform empowers STEM professionals to connect and support one another while strengthen the NM Stem Ecosystem and engaging the next generation of New Mexico's STEM professionals.
FEATURED NEW MEXICO STEM FRIENDS
Jacob Torres
"Chile in Space" New Mexico Scientist
Jacob Torres is a NASA engineer and plant scientist known for his groundbreaking work on growing New Mexico Chile peppers in space. A native of the state, Torres played a key role in NASA’s Plant Habitat-04 experiment, which successfully cultivated Hatch Green Chile aboard the International Space Station. His work in space agriculture helps pave the way for future deep-space missions by exploring sustainable food production beyond Earth.
Passionate about education and STEM outreach, Torres actively engages with students and educators across New Mexico, sharing insights on space farming, engineering, and the future of human space exploration. His inspiring journey—from a small-town upbringing to working with NASA—motivates students to pursue careers in science, technology, and innovation.
Dr. Tito Busani
Assistant Professor - University Of New Mexico
