Carine Nemr

Carine Nemr is an Assistant Professor of Instruction at Northwestern University, specializing in chemistry education and research. She holds a BSc in Honors Chemical Biology from McMaster University and a PhD in Chemistry from the University of Toronto, where her doctoral work focused on developing diagnostic tools for bacterial infections. Prior to Northwestern, she served as a Visiting Assistant Professor at Harvey Mudd College, designing curricula for general and analytical chemistry. At Northwestern, she teaches large-enrollment general chemistry courses and emphasizes collaborative, inclusive learning environments through partnerships with instructors, TAs, and students.

Her research interests span bacterial infection diagnostics, microfluidics, and nanotechnology applications in biomedical contexts. Notable work includes developing microfluidic platforms for bacterial classification and integrating 3D-printed materials for medical applications. She also explores educational methodologies to enhance problem-solving in chemistry laboratories.

Dr. Nemr’s publications reflect a focus on diagnostic innovation, including studies on nanoparticle-mediated detection systems, magnetic cytometry, and automated viral nucleic acid testing. While no awards are explicitly mentioned, her contributions to both pedagogy and microbial diagnostics demonstrate impactful scholarly engagement.

Her teaching philosophy prioritizes accessibility and collaboration, with a commitment to fostering inclusive learning spaces. Though no labs or grants are detailed in the provided materials, her curricular development work highlights her role in shaping undergraduate STEM education at Northwestern and Harvey Mudd College.