Dr. Richard Plunkett

Biography

Richard Plunkett is an Associate Professor specializing in Biology at the University of British Columbia, Okanagan campus. He has a focus on the intersection of biochemistry and molecular biology, with specific interests in oxidative stress defenses, anaerobic bacteria, and microbe/metal interactions, including the roles of copper and uranium in biogeochemical cycles. His educational initiatives revolve around science education research, particularly the effects of active learning on student motivation and metacognition, using strategies such as Team-Based Learning (TBL) to enhance undergraduate science classes. Richard is also a Program Advisor for the Biochemistry Molecular Biology Program, concentrating on Medical Molecular Biology. Additionally, he is actively involved in professional services and committees, serving as Chair of the Research Scholarship Committee within the Team-Based Learning Collaborative, contributing to advancing educational methodologies in his field.

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