ESP Biography



ALANA GUDINAS, Stanford graduate student in Physics




Major: Physics

College/Employer: Stanford

Year of Graduation: G

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Past Classes

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S8011: Fractal Patterns: Polymer Paints Make Infinite Branches in Splash Spring 2024 (May. 18 - 19, 2024)
Ever wondered about the seemingly infinite repeating patterns of fractals? River branches, tree roots, and lightning bolts are all examples of natural fractal patterns. In this class, we'll explore how random processes generate these patterns using large molecules called polymers. Come make your own fractal patterns to take home during a hands-on activity with polymer-based paints! Learn how viscous polymer solutions can produce the same beautiful patterns we see in nature in our own hands.


E7901: Gravity-defying flows in Splash Fall 2023 (Dec. 02 - 03, 2023)
Come see the "tubeless siphon" and watch fluids flow uphill! Join us in a workshop where we'll explore why polymers (large molecules) are so important in everyday life and how materials made from polymers can defy our expectations. Learn about viscosity, elasticity, and viscoelasticity, and how polymer interactions give rise to fascinating material behavior through a hands-on experiment.


E7866: The Science of Popping Boba in Splash Spring 2023 (May. 20 - 21, 2023)
Have you ever wondered what gives popping boba such a fun texture? Now you have the chance to learn the science behind the delicious spheres at the bottom of your tea! We will conduct hands-on activities exploring how to make popping boba from polymers (large molecules), with the chance to eat your creations at the end. Come learn how polymers in solution can link together to form surprisingly spherical gels!


E7786: Gravity-defying flows in Splash Fall 2022 (Dec. 03 - 04, 2022)
Come see the "tubeless siphon" and watch fluids flow uphill! Join us in a workshop where we'll explore why polymers (large molecules) are so important in everyday life and how materials made from polymers can defy our expectations. Learn about viscosity, elasticity, and viscoelasticity, and how polymer interactions give rise to fascinating material behavior through a hands-on experiment.