Jodi Ryter

Jodi Ryter is a faculty member in the Department of Chemistry at Nebraska Wesleyan University (NWU), where she also serves as Dean of Undergraduate Programs. She holds a Ph.D. in Biochemistry and specializes in X-ray crystallography and physical chemistry, contributing significantly to chemistry education and undergraduate academic leadership.

Education:

• Postdoc, 1998-2002, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR, Biochemistry/X-ray crystallography
• Ph.D., 1997, University of Colorado-Boulder, Boulder, CO, Biochemistry/X-ray crystallography
• B.S., 1990, Nebraska Wesleyan University, Lincoln, NE, Chemistry
• Integrated Training for Biotechnology Leadership, University of Colorado-Boulder (pre-doctoral interdisciplinary program with coursework, lab rotations, and industry internship)
• Undergraduate studies, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX

Her research and academic interests lie at the intersection of biochemistry and structural biology, with a strong emphasis on chemical education and interdisciplinary biotechnology training. Her background in X-ray crystallography and participation in an interdisciplinary biotechnology leadership program highlight her commitment to integrative science education.

There are no scientific awards listed in the provided information.

Jodi Ryter is actively involved in mentoring and academic administration, particularly through her role as Dean of Undergraduate Programs. She teaches a range of chemistry courses including Physical Chemistry I and II, Chemical Principles I, Prep Chemistry, and Chemistry Seminar, indicating a strong commitment to undergraduate education and curriculum development.

She is associated with academic and research activities in chemistry and biochemistry at Nebraska Wesleyan University, with a focus on undergraduate program development and interdisciplinary science training.