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Ariel Chan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering and Applied Chemistry at the University of Toronto, Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering. She is cross-appointed to the Institute for Studies in Transdisciplinary Engineering Education & Practice (ISTEP) and serves as the Principle Investigator of the Re-Engineering Education (Re3) Research group.
- Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Queen’s University
- Postdoctoral Fellowship at Agriculture Canada
- Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario
Her research focuses on three domains: Assisted-Learning Technology (VR/AR and virtual labs), Data Analytics for Student Success (machine learning and language complexity analysis), and Sustainable Laboratory Practices (Life Cycle Analysis in biodiesel production and nutritional initiatives). She has developed over 40 inquiry-based lab projects and a virtual lab tour with immersive safety training.
Recent trends in her publications include integrating VR/AR for remote experimentation, data science for equity in education, and sustainable chemical processes. Her work often combines chemical engineering principles with pedagogical innovation.
Scientific Awards
- Northrop Frye Award (2023)
- Bill Burgess Teacher of the Year Award (2023)
- Wighton Fellowship (2022)
- Diran Basmadjian Teacher of the Year Award (2019)
- Dean’s Emerging Innovation in Teaching Professorship (2018-2021)
- Technology Enhanced Active Learning (TEAL) Fellowship (2018-2021)
- NSERC Postdoctoral Fellowship (2009-2011)
Chan accepts graduate students and leads the Unit Operations Laboratory modernization project, emphasizing accessible, inclusive, and sustainable education through immersive technology and data-driven curriculum design.
