Doug Luckie

Doug Luckie is a West Holmes Professor in the Department of Physiology at Michigan State University's Lyman Briggs College. He holds a Ph.D. in Molecular Physiology from the University of Virginia and completed postdoctoral work at Stanford University. His academic career spans over two decades with significant contributions to both cystic fibrosis research and biology education.

Luckie's research interests span two primary domains: cystic fibrosis physiology and science education. In cystic fibrosis research, he focuses on the malfunction of the CFTR membrane channel and its effects on cellular pH regulation. In education research, he investigates innovative teaching methods that enhance student learning in biology courses. His work has been supported by multiple grants including funding from the PACFI Foundation for CF research and NSF for educational initiatives.

Luckie has received numerous teaching awards including the Senior Class Council Outstanding Faculty Award (2017), Honorary Member of the Graduating Class (2017), Mid-Michigan Quality in Undergraduate Teaching Award (2015), and MSU Curricular Service-Learning Award (2011). His publications reflect his dual expertise in cystic fibrosis physiology and educational research methodology, with recent work examining textbook effectiveness, assessment techniques, and inquiry-based learning approaches.

Luckie teaches multiple courses in Lyman Briggs College including LB 144 & 145 (Introductory Biology), LB 348 (Biology 3: Research), and LB 492 (Biology 4: Senior Seminar). His innovative teaching approach includes student-produced documentary films on scientific controversies, with notable award-winning projects like '30 Days Disabled' and 'RU486.'

• Senior Class Council Outstanding Faculty Award (2017)
• Honorary Member of Graduating Class (2017)
• Mid-Michigan Quality in Undergraduate Teaching Award (2015)
• MSU Curricular Service-Learning Award (2011)

Luckie directs the MSU CF Research Laboratory in the Biomedical Sciences Building, where his team investigates CFTR channel dysfunction. His educational research group, the STEM Learning Lab, has conducted long-term studies on teaching methods including oral examinations, team-based inquiry, and concept visualization tools. He has secured over 10 grants in the past decade for his research in both cystic fibrosis and educational innovation.