People
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Prof. Nicole James Chemistry Education Research, how students activate their chemistry knowledge in interdisciplinary contexts. Past Research: Physical chemistry and materials science, dense suspension rheology and fluid dynamics. Current Research: Outside of work, I garden, cook, play board games, and hang out with my cats and chickens. |
Current Group Members
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Hello! My name is Elizabeth Vaughan (She/Her), and I am a postdoctoral researcher studying the implementation and impact of alternative grading practices in STEM education. I completed my graduate work at Portland State University, where I investigated students’ expectations, buy-in, and engagement in general and organic chemistry laboratory courses. Outside of the lab, I enjoy thrifting, playing board games, contra dancing, and spending time with my three black cats. |
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My name is Rukayah (they/them), and I am a Chemistry-Art History major. I am so excited to participate in the James lab and Moore Fellowship program. In my free time I enjoy reading, exploring Oregon, and spending time with my loved ones. |
Hello! My name is Auden (they/them) and I am a junior chemistry major, with a focus in physical and materials chemistry. I also am a senior reactor operator at Reed’s Research Reactor. I’m excited to be a part of the James Lab to learn more about chemistry education, and improve my scientific communication and research skills. Outside of the lab, I enjoy rock climbing, fire spinning, and hanging out with my cat Neutron! | |
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Hi! My name is Tia Kledzik (they/them), and I am a biochemistry major. I’m excited to work in the James lab and learn more about chemistry education research. In my spare time, I enjoy hiking, playing trumpet, and spending time with my friends. |
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Hello! My name is Harnoor (she/her) and I am a Moore Research Assistant in the James Lab and a freshman Neuroscience major at Reed College. I am excited to be studying alternative grading practices this semester! In my free time, I love making art, doing puzzles, and playing board games. |
Group Alums
- Kathryn Trent, 2023, Class of 2025
- Luisa Morgan, 2023, Class of 2026
- Violet Burns, 2022-2023, Class of 2025
- Angel Reynoso Valadez, 2022-2023, Class of 2025
- Josie Bicknell, 2022-2023, Class of 2024
- Henry Holleb, 2022-2023, Class of 2023. Current affiliation: Durham University, UK
- Kodinna Anachebe, 2022-2023, Class of 2023. Current affiliation: Harvard Graduate School of Education
- Kieran Wharton, 2021-2022, Class of 2022. Current position: Plymouth Housing Group, Scatted Sites Certification Coordinator