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Alan F. Strautman is an Associate Teaching Professor in the Department of Microbiology at Miami University, within the College of Arts and Science. He is dedicated to undergraduate education, teaching foundational courses such as MBI 111, MBI 123, and MBI 131 for non-majors, and serves as a summer orientation advisor for Microbiology, Public Health, and pre-health students. He also advises the Microbiology Club, contributing to student engagement and academic support.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Biological Sciences, Purdue University (1989)
- B.S. in Zoology, Miami University (1983)
His research and teaching interests span Public Health, the Human Microbiome and Disease, and College Biology Education. With a strong background in cellular physiology, his earlier research focused on intracellular ionic dynamics, particularly calcium and pH changes in neurons and fertilized eggs. His recent focus has shifted toward understanding how microbial communities influence human health and disease, informed by his long-standing instruction in Anatomy and Physiology for pre-health students.
The available publications, spanning from 1989 to 2001, reflect a trajectory from fundamental cell signaling and neurobiology to educational innovation. They demonstrate expertise in calcium imaging, excitotoxicity, fertilization physiology, and the integration of technology in biology education. Collectively, the work bridges molecular cell biology and pedagogical advancement.
Scientific Awards:
- No scientific awards listed in the provided text.
As an instructional faculty member, Dr. Strautman does not accept graduate students and thus has no formal advisees. He has extensive experience in curriculum development, program administration, and multi-modal teaching (classroom, lab, online) across private, public, and for-profit institutions. His service includes advising and mentoring undergraduate students and clubs. While no grants are explicitly mentioned, his work in educational technology and cellular research suggests involvement in academic and possibly instructional innovation initiatives.
He is actively engaged in the academic community through teaching, service, and scholarship, with a focus on enhancing undergraduate science education and promoting public understanding of microbiology and health.
