Sarah Bass

Sarah Bass is an Associate Teaching Professor at the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry, University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC). She holds a Ph.D. from UMBC (2017) and a B.S. in Chemistry and Mathematics from Notre Dame of Maryland University (2006). Her teaching responsibilities include foundational courses such as Principles of Chemistry I/II (CHEM 101/102), Analytical Chemistry (CHEM 300), and Instrumental Chemistry Laboratory (CHEM 461-L).

Research Interests: Her work spans analytical chemistry, biochemistry, and chemical education. Key areas include

• Development of instrumentation and quantitative methods for biochemical analysis
• Advancements in STEM education, particularly digital assessment tools and student engagement in large courses
• RNA biochemistry and protein interactions, as evidenced by early publications

Publication Trends: Her research output reflects a dual focus on instrumental chemistry and educational innovation. Early work (2006-2015) centered on biochemical methods, while recent contributions (2019-2023) emphasize pedagogical strategies in STEM education.