Nettrice Gaskins

About the Author

Nettrice R. Gaskins is a pioneering scholar, artist, and educator whose work bridges the realms of technology, culture, and African American studies. As the former director of the STEAM Lab at Boston Arts Academy, she has championed innovative approaches to integrating art, science, technology, engineering, and mathematics in education, particularly for underrepresented communities. Gaskins' research explores the intersections of digital media, race, and futurism, earning her recognition as a leading voice in Afrofuturism. Her seminal book, Afrofuturism 2.0: The Rise of Astro-Blackness, delves into the evolution of this movement, examining how Black artists and thinkers envision cosmic identities and speculative futures. Through her writings, lectures, and creative projects, Gaskins inspires a new generation to reimagine technology through a culturally resonant lens.