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Dr. Saryn Goldberg is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Hofstra University’s Fred DeMatteis School of Engineering and Applied Science. She is deeply committed to undergraduate engineering education and serves as a faculty advisor for the Society of Women Engineers and a member of the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE).
Her educational background reflects interdisciplinary expertise: she holds a B.S. in Materials Science from Brown University, an M.S. in Biomedical Engineering (with a focus on biomaterials) from Northwestern University, and a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (specializing in biomechanics) from Stanford University. She completed postdoctoral research at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), where she studied gait and rehabilitation.
Dr. Goldberg’s research centers on biomechanics and engineering education, particularly metacognition and writing-to-learn strategies. Her work investigates how students identify gaps in understanding and formulate productive questions. She has secured significant funding, including an NSF RIGEE grant, and collaborates with institutions like Virginia Tech.
Her recent publications reflect a dual focus: biomechanics (e.g., muscle moments during walking) and pedagogical innovation (e.g., metacognitive awareness and writing in STEM). These works demonstrate a trajectory toward enhancing student learning through reflective practices and cognitive strategies.
- National Science Foundation Research Initiation Grant in Engineering Education (RIGEE) Award, $150,000, 2012
Dr. Goldberg is a dedicated mentor and educator who emphasizes student-centered learning. She has developed in-class writing prompts to foster metacognitive skills and was invited to present her work on “Metacognition Across the Disciplines” at Hofstra’s Spring 2017 Distinguished Faculty Lecture. While specific graduate students are not listed, her advising impact is evident through curriculum development and educational research. She has no known labs or research teams described in the text but leads collaborative educational projects.
