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Dr. Jacobs on seabird biology (00:00-01:34) and STEM education research (01:37-03:10)
Dr. Jacobs describes their seabird ecology research and their STEM education research.
Dr. Shoshanah Jacobs at ComSciConCAN 2019
Dr. Shoshanah Jacobs is an associate professor in the University of Guelph's Integrative Biology Department. They were one of the invited experts at ComSciConCAN 2019.
One Giant Leap
CBC Quirks and QuarksOnline
URL: https://www.cbc.ca/radiointeractives/quirks/one-giant-leap
University of Guelph's unique approach to eliminating single-use plastics
Biography
Dr. Shoshanah Jacobs (they/them) is an associate professor in the department of integrative biology. Their research is split along three branches unified by systems thinking. Their research in post-secondary education is currently focussed on accessibility and inclusivity in teaching and learning foundational skills across siloed programs. Their work on biomimetics is developing a transdisciplinary curriculum in sustainable design thinking. Their research in seabird foraging ecology focuses on how biological models can inform us about our environment. Winner of the Distinguished Professor for excellence in teaching and equal women of distinction, Jacobs is committed to opening up the university to community for the betterment of society.