Dax Ovid

Dax Ovid is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physiology and Pharmacology at the University of Georgia's College of Veterinary Medicine. His work bridges science education and biological research, focusing on inclusive pedagogy and counternarratives in STEM. Ovid holds a PhD in Integrative Biology from UC Berkeley, with postdoctoral training at the Science Education Partnership and Assessment Laboratory (SEPAL) and the Hayes Lab at UC Berkeley. His research lab, CORPUS, investigates how education practices can support diverse student identities and address systemic inequities.

• Education: B.A. in Italian Studies and Integrative Biology (UC Berkeley), PhD in Integrative Biology (UC Berkeley)

Ovid's research interests emphasize Discipline-Based Education Research (DBER), with a focus on undergraduate and graduate science education. His CORPUS Lab develops interventions to counter stereotypes in STEM, improve science communication, and integrate postcolonial perspectives into ecological education. Recent work includes studies on 'Scientist Spotlight' assignments, bilingual science materials, and the role of melatonin in seasonal reproduction.

His publications highlight themes like Universal Design for Learning (UDL), emotional intelligence in education, and the impact of instructor communication on student outcomes. Ovid actively contributes to committees like the AERA Revolutionary Mentoring Award Subcommittee and the Scientist Spotlights Initiative.

Teaching includes courses on Hormones and Behavior, Science Teaching for Scientists, and Data Science for Researchers. He leads the LEADS program, which advocates for diversity in STEM. His lab's website (corpus.education) and LinkedIn profile further detail ongoing projects and collaborations.