Cressida Lyon

Cressida Lyon is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Life Sciences within the Faculty of Science at the University of Bath. She serves as Director of Studies for the Biomedical Sciences programmes and is actively engaged in pedagogic research and biosciences education. Her academic journey began with a PhD in Cardiovascular Science from the University of Bristol, followed by over a decade of post-doctoral research at the same institution.

Education:

• PhD in Cardiovascular Science, University of Bristol (2003–2006)
• BSc in Biochemistry, Imperial College London (2000–2003)

Her research expertise spans both cardiovascular biology and educational innovation. Early research focused on the role of N-cadherin in vascular smooth muscle cells and atherosclerosis. Currently, her pedagogic research emphasizes active engagement with feedback through ePortfolio systems, Team Based Learning, and enhancing inclusivity in biosciences education. She supervises undergraduate research projects and provides personal tutoring.

The recent publication trend reflects a shift from vascular biology to educational scholarship, with her most recent contribution being an editorial on cellular reprogramming in 2023. Earlier works (2011–2017) centered on molecular mechanisms of vascular disease, particularly targeting N-cadherin pathways for therapeutic intervention in atherosclerosis and aneurysm.

Scientific Awards:

• Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (2024)
• Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (2020)

She has held external roles including Senior Research Associate and Research Associate at the University of Bristol, and a Programme Manager position at the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC). While no formal advisees are listed, she mentors undergraduate students through research projects and personal tutoring. There is no mention of specific research labs or collaborative teams in the provided text.