Elizabeth 'Naja' Turner

Elizabeth ‘Naja’ Turner is a dynamic educator and advocate for Black Science History, dedicated to uniquely biologically and scientifically teaching people how we see the world. Elizabeth explains how our eyes literally work, why we see what we see, and how to change it.
With a background in biological sciences from her tenure as a Research Assistant at the Dean McGee Eye Institute, she integrates her scientific expertise into her teaching to inspire students.
Through her YouTube channel, "Ascending Plato's Cave," and her children's books, "Ausar Unbound, A Tale of Beginnings" and "Knowledge is Better than Riches," Elizabeth reveals hidden scientific truths and challenges societal perceptions with the slogan, "Pretty isn't Pretty! It's Simply What You've Been Trained to See!"
Her engaging presentations empower audiences to rethink societal norms, appreciate diversity, and overcome implicit biases, making her a valuable speaker for educators, students, and anyone interested in science education and Black history.