David Samuel Di Fuccia

Prof. Dr. David Samuel Di Fuccia serves as Head of Chemistry Didactics at the Institute of Chemistry, University of Kassel. He leads research initiatives focused on transforming chemistry education through innovative teaching methodologies and digital technologies.

His research expertise spans several key areas:

• Development of context-oriented teaching units that connect chemical concepts to real-world applications
• Implementation of diagnostic methods in everyday teaching and learning situations
• Integration of virtual reality and digital tools in chemistry instruction
• Teacher training programs for science educators

Professor Di Fuccia directs numerous research projects advancing chemistry education:

• Promoting scientific understanding in schools through ELCH activities transfer (2021-2024)
• Development of VR learning arrangements for General Chemistry lectures (2021)
• Virtual laboratories in chemistry studies (2021-2023)
• Contemporary Science @ school initiative (2019-2023)
• "Behind the Scenes": Virtual Reality Chemistry Learning project (2018)

His laboratory team includes researchers Silke Franz, Natalie Ahne, Dr. Marina May, Janne-M. Bothor, Paula Deuermeier, Dr. Dr. Mareike Frevert, Dr. Ines Goldhausen, Tim Goebel, and Alexander Weber. His work bridges educational theory with practical classroom applications, with particular emphasis on making chemistry education more accessible and engaging through innovative digital approaches.