Reyne Pullen

Dr. Reyne Pullen graduated from the University of Tasmania (UTAS) with Honours, Upper Class in a Bachelor of Science (Chemistry and Mathematics). He furthered his studies by completing a Graduate Diploma of Education (Senior Years) from UTAS in 2012-2016 and successfully completing his PhD in Chemistry Education from UTAS, 2012-2016 with the thesis title: "An evaluation and redevelopment of current laboratory practices: An in-depth study into the teaching styles used in the chemistry laboratory".

As the needs for students rapidly change, Pullen has an avid interest in broadening areas that encompass practice and research-based projects. Such projects range from utilizing modern technologies within our teaching, enhancing the laboratory experience to supporting students transitioning from secondary to tertiary education and exploring the state and growth of the Discipline-Based Education Research (DBER) community.

Dr. Pullen is an award-winning lecturer at the University of Sydney. List of his awards and honors:

• RSC CERG Teacher-Researcher Fellowship (2019-20)
• UTAS College of Sciences & Engineering Executive Dean’s Award for Development & Innovation in Learning & Teaching (2018)
• ASTA Japan Science Teacher Exchange (2017)
• UTAS Vice Chancellor’s Award for Outstanding Community Engagement (2015)
• UTAS Discipline of Chemistry Outstanding Contribution and Service to Teaching (2015, 2016)