Athena Ganchorre

Dr. Athena Ganchorre is a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine at the University of Arizona College of Medicine, Tucson. She also serves as the Executive Director of Curriculum and Integrative Learning, where she leads initiatives to enhance integrative and curriculum-based learning in medical education.

Her research focuses on medical student learning outcomes, particularly identifying students at risk for failing USMLE Step 1. She has extensive experience in improving student performance on high-stakes exams including the MCAT and USMLE Steps 1, 2, and 3. Her work bridges molecular and cellular biology with the learning sciences, emphasizing evidence-based strategies for academic success in biomedical training.

Dr. Ganchorre has secured extramural funding for educational research and academic support programs. She has presented her findings at premier national conferences such as the American Educational Research Association (AERA) and the National Association for Research in Science Teaching (NARST), and has published in the field of educational outcomes.

• Fulbright Scholar
• NASA Fellow

She has a strong record of advising and grant acquisition in educational research, supporting programs that enhance student success in the biomedical sciences. Her leadership extends to curriculum development and academic support infrastructure.

Dr. Ganchorre has worked across diverse academic environments, including the University of California, Santa Cruz, Columbia University, and the American Museum of Natural History in New York City, bringing a broad perspective to her current role.