Stephen Hauptman

Stephen Hauptman serves as a Laboratory Instructor in the Biology Department at Bowdoin College, specializing in neurophysiology instruction within Druckenmiller Hall. His role focuses on hands-on laboratory pedagogy for undergraduate physiology and neuroscience courses.

His instructional expertise centers on advanced electrophysiological techniques using invertebrate models, demonstrated through specialized laboratory video resources:

• Suction Electrode Construction methodology
• Cockroach Ventral Nerve Cord experimentation
• Lymnaea Buccal Ganglia dissections and ganglionic ring preparations
• Helisoma Buccal Ganglia dissection protocols

Hauptman's teaching emphasizes practical neurophysiological skills development through invertebrate model systems, providing foundational training in neural recording techniques for undergraduate students. His work bridges theoretical neuroscience concepts with tangible laboratory applications in educational settings.

Contact: shauptma@bowdoin.edu | 207-725-3540