Rachel Ashworth

Rachel Ashworth is Professor of Education in Physiology and Founding MBChB Phase 1 Lead at the Three Counties Medical School, University of Worcester. Previously, she led Physiology at Barts and The Royal London Medical School, Queen Mary University of London. With a background in scientific research including postdoctoral work in the US and laboratory setup at UCL, she transitioned to physiology education in 2006.

Education includes:

• 2019 MA Education for Clinical Contexts, Queen Mary University
• 2015 Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
• 2009 Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice, Queen Mary University
• 1993 PhD Biochemistry & Physiology, University of Reading
• 1989 BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences, University of Birmingham

Her research focuses on innovative physiology education through active practical experiences and scientific discovery. She has taught across dental, biomedical sciences, and medical programs, emphasizing hands-on learning approaches.