Rebeca Smith

Rebeca Smith is a Lecturer in the School of Molecular Sciences at Arizona State University (ASU). She specializes in General Chemistry education, teaching recitation courses and labs such as CHM 114 (General Chemistry for Engineers), CHM 101 (Introductory Chemistry), and CHM 113/116 (General Chemistry I/II). She holds a Ph.D. in Material Science and Engineering from ASU (2009). Her expertise spans Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, and Science Education, with a focus on curriculum development and student engagement in foundational chemistry courses.

Education: Ph.D. in Material Science and Engineering, Arizona State University, 2009.

Research interests include applying materials science principles to educational practices and improving STEM accessibility through effective teaching methodologies. She has contributed to studies on crystalline systems (e.g., silica and germania) and inorganic materials synthesis, as evidenced by her peer-reviewed publications.