Mike Bennett
Physicist & Educator
I am a physicist! I used to work at a university but in 2026 I quit to create a new company focused on science and society with some of my closest friends.
I’m not the other guy you’re thinking of — my name has TWO t’s.
What Do I Do?
Historically, I have worked in science education, building programs that support students in fully participating in the STEM community both formally and informally. Now, as a co-founder of Antama Science Engagement Partners, I work to support scientists and science educators in doing the same.
Recent(ish) News
Last updated: 31 August 2026
Here’s what’s new(ish) with me! I try to share the major stuff.
Along with my colleagues, I started a new science education/engagement consulting firm, which officially launched on 19 August 2026. Check out Antama Science Engagement Partners here and see what we can do, together!
I was the PI and lead organizer for the highly-successful Quantum Education and Policy Summit 2025, a joint effort to platform quantum educators and build collaborative strategy implemented by QSEnSE, Chicago Quantum Exchange, and the RQS Quantum Leap Challenge Institute. Learn more.
“Stop quoting Albert Einstein out of context.”
Eratosthenes of Cyrene
What Else Do I Do?
I try to be very professionally active, including
- Mentoring students and professionals
- Facilitating training in science communication
- Designing and facilitating public engagement
- Research on physics education
- Professional society leadership
International Year of Quantum, alongside some truly extraordinary quantum workforce leaders
Please Reach Out To Me!
I’d love to speak with you about quantum education, informal learning, or anything else!