Talitha van der Meulen

Talitha van der Meulen serves as an Assistant Professor of Teaching in the Department of Neurobiology, Physiology and Behavior at the University of California, Davis, based in 190 Briggs Hall. She can be contacted at (530) 754-1928 or tvandermeulen@ucdavis.edu.

Her research centers on evidence-based approaches to STEM education with strong emphasis on inclusion. She investigates pedagogical strategies that dismantle barriers in science classrooms, particularly focusing on creating equitable learning environments for underrepresented groups in biology and physiology education. Her work bridges neuroscience principles with classroom practice to enhance student engagement and retention.

Dr. van der Meulen actively develops teaching frameworks that integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion into core STEM curricula. Her methodologies address systemic challenges in science education through curriculum redesign, faculty development, and student support systems tailored for neurodiverse learners and first-generation students.