Overview

My overall goals at Cornell continue to be improving the pedogagy of instruction, particularly in large classroom environments. I continue to work on several aspects of the biology curriculum. I chair several committees in the Office of Undergraduate Biology focused on teaching and research in the Biology major. This year I am on a leave of absence from Cornell, producing 3D animations of cellular processes and associated online, Socratic tutorials for use in introductory biology courses.

Research Focus

My research efforts are focused on several approaches to understanding the processes that limit the rate of photosynthesis under physiological conditions. In particular, we are looking at the role that polyploidy may play in releasing these limitations to photosynthesis. I continue to be involved in several collaborations related to evaluating photosynthetic responses to environmental stress and genetic modification.

Outreach and Extension Focus

no extension component

Instruction Focus

My instructional activities continue to be active learning in large classroom environments, implementation of the recommendations of Bio2010, and consultation with major publishers of introductory biology texts. This year I am on a leave of absence from Cornell, producing 3D animations of cellular processes and associated online, Socratic tutorials for use in introductory biology courses.

Additional Links

• Plant Biology
• Link to CALS Research portal
• Link to CALS Impact statements

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