Sarah E. A. McConnell

Sarah E. A. McConnell is an Associate Professor in the Department of Neuroscience at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. She holds a Ph.D. in Neurobiology and Anatomy (2013) and an MS in Health Professions Education (2022) from the University of Rochester, along with degrees from Oberlin College and Conservatory. Her research focuses on neuroanatomy education, neuroprosthetics, and the intersection of hormones and memory.

• Education: BA Neuroscience (Oberlin, 2007), BMus Organ Performance (Oberlin Conservatory, 2007), MS/PhD Neurobiology (Rochester, 2010/2013), MS Health Education (Warner School, 2022)
• Teaching: Courses include Functional Neuroanatomy, Neuroscience of Neuroprosthetics, and medical student curricula
• Awards: Multiple teaching commendations and the Gilbert B. Forbes Dean's Teaching Fellowship

Her scholarly work emphasizes innovative teaching methods in anatomy and neurobiology, such as hands-on embryology models. Recent neurotoxicology and endocrinology research explores drug impacts and hormonal regulation of spatial memory. She contributes to medical education reform through curriculum development and interdisciplinary approaches.