David I. Hanauer

David I. Hanauer is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh. His work focuses on innovative science education, particularly through course-based undergraduate research experiences (CUREs) and the integration of literacy practices in STEM. He serves as the Lead Assessment Coordinator for the SEA-PHAGES program, supported by the Howard Hughes Medical Institute, and has conducted NSF-funded research on authentic scientific inquiry and assessment methodologies.

• Research spans STEM pedagogy, poetic inquiry, and educational equity.
• Developed validated assessment tools for laboratory courses and the iREC model for inclusive science education reform.
• Collaborates with Prof. Graham Hatfull on bacteriophage research education.

His recent publications emphasize longitudinal impacts of CUREs, linguistic landscapes in social justice contexts, and poetic writing as a pedagogical tool. Key themes include student ownership, trust in learning environments, and democratizing educational practices through multimodal approaches.

Scientific Awards & Grants:

• Howard Hughes Medical Institute funding for sustained science education research
• National Science Foundation grants for early qualitative studies in educational settings