The Cooper Biology Education Research Lab focuses on understanding how to create a more diverse and equitable scientific community.

 

Primarily, we study the relationship between biology learning environments (e.g. active learning courses, online courses, research experiences) and undergrad/grad mental health.  We seek to understand how students' mental health affects their experiences in science and in turn, how science learning experiences impact students' mental health.

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In addition, we study the experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals in academic biology and how to foster a more welcoming scientific community.