Matthew Dew

Matthew Dew is a Researcher in the Department of Physics at Cornell University, focusing on educational equity, gender dynamics in STEM, and the impact of pedagogical strategies on student outcomes. His work spans physics education research, cognitive science, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

He is affiliated with the Natasha Holmes Holmes Group, contributing to projects such as the Mitchell Institute Physics Enhancement Program, which supports high school physics teachers with limited physics backgrounds. His research explores topics like equitable lab group structures, the emotional impact of music on memory, and the role of AI in team dynamics.

Key interests include understanding student interactions in physics courses, the efficacy of partner agreements in inquiry-based labs, and how instructor gender influences academic performance. Recent work highlights the importance of role distribution and leadership in fostering women’s identities in physics.

Matthew’s articles consistently address themes of equity, cognitive processes, and pedagogical innovation. He has collaborated on projects analyzing measurement uncertainty reasoning, remote lab accessibility, and the validation of student role surveys in lab environments.