Cassidy Terrell

Cassidy Terrell, Ph.D. is an Associate Professor at the University of Minnesota Rochester, specializing in Biochemistry. Her academic work focuses on improving student understanding of biochemical concepts through innovative teaching methods and visual literacy assessment.

• Education: B.S. in Chemistry from University of Minnesota Twin Cities; Ph.D. in Biochemistry from University of Texas, Austin

Research Interests: Dr. Terrell investigates how students cognitively organize biochemical knowledge, with particular emphasis on 3D molecular modeling, enzyme-substrate interactions, and biometric analysis of learning processes. Her work spans interdisciplinary curricular design, including integration of medicinal plants and medical humanities into biochemistry courses.

Recent Article Trends: Her publications highlight the use of

• 3D physical modeling
• NeuroIS and eye-tracking tools
• Open-source bioinformatics
• Visual literacy assessments
• Cognitive load optimization
• Interdisciplinary education

to enhance student comprehension of structural biochemistry and protein function.