Scientific American
Denise McDermott is a seasoned UX professional with extensive experience in leading UX strategy, research, and design across a variety of industries. Currently serving as a Senior UX Designer at Scientific American since September 2017, Denise has been instrumental in transitioning the organization to a digital-first product through user interviews, surveys, and A/B testing. Over the years, Denise has contributed to notable companies including Comcast, Asana, and Amplify Education, delivering impactful user experiences and design solutions. Denise's background encompasses freelance consultative roles, focusing on UX strategy for e-Commerce clients, and a strong foundation in user-centered design, demonstrated through multiple leadership positions in UX roles. A graduate of New York University with a BA in English Literature, Denise possesses a unique blend of analytical and creative skills essential for successful user experience outcomes.
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Scientific American
Scientific American, the oldest continuously published magazine in the U.S., has been bringing its readers unique insights about developments in science and technology since 1845. More than 140 Nobel laureates have written for Scientific American, most of whom wrote about their prize-winning works years before being recognized by the Nobel Committee. In addition to the likes of Albert Einstein, Francis Crick, Jonas Salk and Linus Pauling, Scientific American continues to attract esteemed authors from many fields: World leaders: former Prime Minister Gro Harlem Brundtland of Norway, former United Nations Secretary-General Trygve Lie U.S. Government Officials: former U.S. Vice President Al Gore, former Secretary of Labor Robert Reich, former Senator Daniel Patrick Moynihan, former Secretary of Defense Les Aspin Economists and Industrialists: John Kenneth Galbraith, Lester Thurow, Mitchell Kapor, Michael Dertouzos, Nicholas Negroponte Scientific American is a truly global enterprise. Scientific American publishes 15 Editions Worldwide, read in more than 30 countries, with a worldwide audience of more than 5.3 million people. Launched 1996, www.ScientificAmerican.com has become dynamic resource for science news, including blogs, podcasts, videos, and interactive media. Visitors to the site also have access to Science Jobs, the career board for professionals in the science and technology industries.