Ricky Fröhlich

Ricky Fröhlich is a Research Associate in the Biology Didactics Group at the Institute of Molecular Physiology, Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz since December 2019. He holds a Master of Education (M.Ed.) and has extensive experience in both research and teaching. His roles include teaching biology and chemistry at secondary schools, including the Anne-Frank-Realschule in Mainz, and serving as an assistant researcher in Animal Physiology and Marine Biology.

• Education:
• 2011: General higher education entrance qualification (Goethe-Gymnasium, Frankfurt)
• 2011–2018: Teacher training in biology and chemistry at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz
• 2018: Master's thesis: 'Recombinant expression of the functional domain c of the hemocyanin isoform beta from the spotted snail (Cantareus aspersus)'
• Research Interests: Focuses on biology didactics, molecular physiology, and innovative teaching methodologies. Active in projects like 'Hallo Hummel!', 'ANTS', and 'FLL – Forschen lehren lernen', which integrate hands-on biology education in schools and public outreach.
• Advising & Grants: Supervises bachelor's and master's theses. Involved in educational grants and projects promoting practical biology instruction, such as 'Grünhaus-Projekt' and 'WinUM 2.0'. No specific grants or funding details mentioned.
• Labs/Teams: Member of the Biology Didactics Group and collaborates with the Institute of Molecular Physiology on interdisciplinary research and teaching initiatives.