About
Nigel Lowe is Senior Lecturer and Director of Teaching & Learning in the Department of Chemistry at the University of York. His responsibilities include inorganic chemistry tutoring, departmental mentoring coordination, and leadership in curriculum development. He specializes in creating industry-linked pedagogical exercises and public science outreach initiatives.
Teaching Focus: Coordinates Year 2 Advanced Synthesis and Year 3 Miniprojects practical courses while developing group exercises with industrial sponsors. Leads year 3 studies and serves on the Admissions team, enhancing student recruitment and retention through innovative mentoring programs.
Research explores chemistry education methodologies, particularly collaborative learning frameworks connecting academia with commercial sectors. Publications emphasize sensory chemistry pedagogy, STEM career readiness, and undergraduate roles in science communication.
Educational outreach includes school-university partnership programs and public engagement with science. Designs activities demonstrating real-world chemistry applications, such as fragrance chemistry experiments that bridge theoretical and sensory learning.
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