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Philip Bell is a Professor in Learning Sciences and Human Development at the University of Washington, where he holds the Shauna C. Larson Endowed Chair in Learning Sciences. He is the executive director of the Institute for Science & Math Education, focused on advancing equity-oriented innovations in K-12 STEM education. Bell co-directs the Learning in Informal and Formal Environments (LIFE) Science of Learning Center and is involved in research that explores how individuals learn across varied environments, emphasizing culturally responsive and equitable science instruction. He has served on the Board of the National Academy of Sciences and contributed to the National Research Council's efforts to shape K-12 science education standards. His work aims to bridge research and practice in education, providing resources for equity-focused improvements and advocating for coherence in science education systems. Bell also engages in participatory design research approaches in a diverse range of educational contexts, including projects on climate justice science instruction and the integration of technology in learning environments.
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