Years later, Sara found out that she had a permanent disability that prevented her from following her original plans of designing science museum exhibits. She finished her degree in zoology at the Ohio State University with minors in art and entomology. And, upon graduation, pivoted and began focusing on making things full-time. She uses her background in science to help understand the chemistry behind metalsmithing and how jewelry interacts with the body.

She continues to do science outreach as a volunteer, and thrives by helping people better understand the world around them. Ask her about bugs and she will not stop talking.