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Pierre Naeyaert is an education-focused lecturer in the School of Chemistry at the University of Sydney. His research interests lie at the intersection of chemistry education and artificial intelligence, with a particular focus on the development and evaluation of custom-built AI applications. Pierre's work aims to understand how AI can be integrated into chemistry education to optimize learning outcomes. He completed his PhD at the University of Sydney in 2020, where he investigated the structure-property relationships of novel sodium-ion battery electrode materials. Currently, he serves as the Director of the Year Laboratories in the School of Chemistry, overseeing lab supervision, safety, and innovation. His research aligns with the Faculty of Science's Research Strength - Cultivating Scientific Capability. Key projects include the development of curated chatbots for chemistry education that leverage large language models to create innovative learning experiences, and educator-facing AI applications that provide real-time insights into student comprehension to help educators effectively evaluate understanding. Additionally, Pierre explores ways to enhance the student laboratory experience, which is a pivotal component of chemistry education, focusing on improving student perceptions and learning outcomes in senior chemistry labs.
This entry applies to Faculty of Science PhD programs including Departments such as Life and Environmental Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics and Statistics.