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Barb Morra is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Toronto, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts and Science. Her work focuses on integrating real-world applications and green chemistry principles into teaching and laboratory design. She emphasizes discovery-based learning, critical thinking, and collaboration in her courses, often using pharmaceutical synthesis and research scenarios to contextualize organic chemistry concepts.
Her research explores innovative teaching methods such as the ‘Chemistry Connections Challenge,’ which encourages students to link course content to real-world problems. She has developed green chemistry-based laboratory experiments and curricula, emphasizing sustainability and modern research practices. These initiatives include solvent-free synthesis techniques and databases for instructional resources.
Collaboration is central to her work, involving undergraduate and graduate students in programs like the Research Opportunities Program and Chemistry Teaching Fellowship Program. These partnerships have enhanced course quality and student engagement across multiple levels. Her contributions span journal articles on education and green chemistry, reflecting her dual focus on pedagogical innovation and chemical sustainability.
Barb Morra’s efforts have shaped the Department of Chemistry’s approach to education, fostering a culture that bridges academic rigor with practical, sustainable applications. Her teaching and research highlight the importance of making chemistry accessible and relevant to contemporary challenges.
