Jeremiah “Jeri” Marasigan earned his Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry alongside foundational background in Materials Science and Engineering at the Ateneo de Manila University. Jeri firmly believes in democratizing science; ensuring that scientific discovery is not only accessible, but that diverse voices are also empowered to contribute. He was first introduced to Leave a Nest in 2024 through the SCENT program and then went on to participate in HIC and Tech Planter. Officially joining the Leave a Nest team in 2026, he aims to apply his interdisciplinary background in bridging the gap between commercial technology and people-centered science.