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Dr. Mansi Shah is an Associate Professor in the Psychology and Neuroscience Program at Temple University's College of Liberal Arts. She completed her undergraduate and PhD work at the University of Pittsburgh, focusing on cellular mechanisms underlying peripheral pain and G-protein coupled receptors research. Dr. Shah has been at Temple University since 2016, teaching neuroscience and psychology courses at all levels from undergraduate to graduate.
- Education: PhD in Neurobiology from University of Pittsburgh (2016)
- Academic Affiliation: Temple University, College of Liberal Arts
- Department: Psychology and Neuroscience Program
- Teaching Experience: Courses at 1000-, 2000-, 3000-, 4000- and graduate levels
- Special Expertise: Cellular and molecular neuroscience, pain neurobiology, evidence-based teaching practices
Dr. Shah focuses on teaching neuroscience with an emphasis on understanding concepts rather than rote memorization. Her teaching philosophy incorporates multiple approaches including media watching and popular science reading. She is also actively involved in STEM-based community outreach at the K-12 level in the Philadelphia area through initiatives like Brain Awareness Week, in collaboration with Cooper Medical School of Rowan University and supported by IBRO.
As an educator, Dr. Shah helps students with course sequencing options for various career paths in neuroscience, including pre-med tracks and graduate school preparation. She serves as a faculty advisor for student groups and provides career guidance through her courses and outreach activities. Dr. Shah also offers reference letters and recommendation support for students seeking professional opportunities.
