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Dr Kerry Knox is an Honorary Visiting Professor in the Department of Education at the University of York, UK. She holds dual roles as the Science Education Specialist for the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Aerosol Science and former Research Centre Leader of the University of York Science Education Group (UYSEG). Her career spans academic appointments including Senior Lecturer (2023–24), Lecturer (2015–23), and postdoctoral research in chemistry and education. She specializes in science education, particularly improving doctoral training through research-based pedagogies like Team-Based Learning (TBL).
- Education:
- MSci and BA (Hons) in Natural Sciences (First Class), University of Cambridge (2000–04)
- PhD in Physical Chemistry, University of Bristol (2005–09)
- Postdoctoral roles at University of Bristol, Hokkaido University (Japan), and University of British Columbia (Canada)
Her research focuses on tertiary science education, including cohort-based doctoral training, interdisciplinary pedagogy, and inclusive recruitment practices. She has led projects such as the EPSRC CDT in Aerosol Science, emphasizing innovative assessment strategies and community-building in STEM education.
Key awards include the Killam Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (2011) and Japan Society for the Promotion of Science Fellowship (2007). She actively contributes to national education initiatives and mentoring programs, alongside roles in university governance and academic development.
- Grants & Projects:
- Principal Investigator for projects on doctoral training environments, aerosol science education, and interdisciplinary laboratory curricula
- EPSRC-funded Centre for Doctoral Training in Aerosol Science (2019–2032)
Her work bridges chemistry research and education, with notable contributions to open-ended investigations in secondary/tertiary science and the adoption of evidence-based instructional strategies.
