Anja Lembens

Anja Lembens is a Professor at the Department of Didactics of Chemistry within the Faculty of Chemistry. She holds affiliations with the Centre for Teacher Education and the Center for Science Education Research (AECCs). Her research focuses on secondary school education, teacher professional development, and curriculum design in chemistry and science education.

Her expertise includes educational environments, model theory in teaching, and the integration of sustainable development goals in curricula. Notable projects include the creation of OER learning materials, video-based e-learning modules for science education, and initiatives promoting language-sensitive chemistry instruction.

Lembens has authored over 176 publications since 1997, with a surge in activity from 2020 onward. Her articles emphasize practical teaching methodologies, innovative educational resources, and interdisciplinary approaches to science pedagogy. Recent works highlight acid-base chemistry in everyday contexts and curriculum restructuring for secondary education.

She actively organizes academic events like the 'Plus Lucis Fortbildungswoche' and reviews for educational journals. Her professional network spans collaborative projects focusing on teacher training and STEM education innovation.