معرفی
Dr. Jennifer Monk is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nutrition at the University of Guelph. Her research spans both basic science (fatty acid immunomodulation, gut-muscle-adipose axis) and education research (pedagogical innovations during the pandemic).
- Academic Rank: Assistant Professor
- Institution: University of Guelph
- Research Themes: Nutritional Immunology, Microbial Metabolites, Food Security
- Contact: jmonk02@uoguelph.ca
Research Interests: Dr. Monk's basic science work investigates how fatty acids and microbial metabolites impact intestinal barrier function and cross-tissue communication. Her education research focuses on pandemic-era teaching strategies, emphasizing anxiety reduction, engagement enhancement, and critical skill development in STEM education.
Education & Training:
- B.Sc., University of Guelph
- Ph.D., University of Guelph
- Post-Doctoral Fellowship, Texas A&M University
Selected Scientific Contributions:
- 2024: Demonstrated SCFA effects on obese skeletal muscle metabolism
- 2024: Authored comprehensive review on Docosahexaenoic Acid
- 2023: Explored education strategies for career readiness
- 2022: Investigated online learning's mental health impacts
Teaching & Mentorship: Dr. Monk supervises multiple graduate students and has implemented pedagogical innovations including student-generated exam aids and flipped classroom models.
