Dr. Joanna San Pedro

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Joanna San Pedro is an Instructional Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Texas A&M University. With a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Johns Hopkins University, her research interests reside at the interface of biology and chemistry. She focuses on developing practical biological tools and methods to achieve a deeper understanding of specific cellular processes. Joanna has collaborated with the Sczepanski Group in designing and developing genetically encoded tags for imaging nucleic acids using electron microscopy. Passionate about teaching, she emphasizes the importance of critical thinking, problem-solving, and the role of chemistry in everyday life in her courses, including Organic Chemistry and General Chemistry. She aims to cultivate curiosity in her students while making the learning process enjoyable.

Research Interests

Experience

Instructional Associate Professor

— Present

Texas A&M University • College Station, TX

Teaching Organic Chemistry and General Chemistry courses, along with mentoring students and coordinating laboratory courses.

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vita
  • Statement of Purpose (500-750 words)
  • Writing Sample (up to 10,000 words)
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • GraduateCAS Application
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.