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Vanessa Kind is an Honorary Professor in the School of Education and Durham CELLS (Centre for Ethics and Law in the Life Sciences) at Durham University. She holds roles such as Deputy Head of Faculty in Social Sciences and Health, and has served as Director of the Science Learning Centre North East. Her career spans molecular biology, chemistry teaching, and academic leadership in international schools and universities. She earned her doctorate studying post-16 chemistry students' conceptual understanding and has contributed to science education policy globally.
Education:
- Biochemistry degree and molecular biology work
- Doctorate in science education focusing on student conceptual development
Research Interests: Vanessa’s work explores science teacher knowledge, pedagogical strategies, practical science education, and chemical education. She focuses on how teachers’ knowledge impacts student outcomes and contributes to international STEM education initiatives like Ethiopia’s pedagogy reforms and Gatsby Foundation-funded practical work studies.
Key Achievements:
- ESRC-DFID funded Ethiopia STEM project
- British Academy Newton Mobility Grant for South Africa
- Wellcome Trust Award on stem cell research education
Publications & Supervision: Over 20 journal articles and books, including Teaching Secondary How Science Works. Supervises PhD/EdD students in science education, teacher development, and conceptual change research.
