2023 Chelsea Research Festival
The success of the 2023 Research Festival was made possible through the generous support of our sponsors and the dedicated efforts of our incredible planning committee. We are deeply grateful for their contributions, which helped bring this event to life and foster connections between residents, researchers, and organizations. Thank you for your commitment to advancing health and science in Chelsea!
Sponsors
Planning Committee
• Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
• Massachusetts Cultural Council
• Bunker Hill Community College Chelsea Campus
• MGH Chelsea
- Bunker Hill Community College Chelsea Campus
- Chelsea Public Schools
- City of Chelsea
- GreenRoots
- HarborCOV
- Healthy Chelsea
- La Colaborativa
- Beth Israel Deaconness Medical Center
- MGH Chelsea Community Research Program
Keynote Speaker
About Patrice C. Williams, PhD
Patrice C. Williams, PhD, is a Research Scientist at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in the Department of Urban Studies and Planning. Her work is centered on the Health Neighborhood Study, where she explores the complex relationships between urban environments, community health, and social equity. Dr. Williams is dedicated to leveraging research to inform policy and planning, fostering healthier and more equitable neighborhoods. With a passion for collaborative engagement, she works closely with communities to ensure her research addresses real-world challenges and amplifies local voices.



