David Courson Email & Phone Number

Norfolk, Va, Us

Norfolk, Virginia, United States

In this role I am the contact person for all faculty and student concerns around AI.Responsibilities:- Weekly office hours for one-on-one discussions with faculty about their projects, concern, and ideas relating to AI- Guide educational program for faculty- Meet regularly with administration (Dean and chairs) to inform and advise- Act as contact person and represent the college in University-wide discussions on AI topics.Accomplishments:- 20+ seminars and… Show more In this role I am the contact person for all faculty and student concerns around AI.Responsibilities:- Weekly office hours for one-on-one discussions with faculty about their projects, concern, and ideas relating to AI- Guide educational program for faculty- Meet regularly with administration (Dean and chairs) to inform and advise- Act as contact person and represent the college in University-wide discussions on AI topics.Accomplishments:- 20+ seminars and workshops on various AI related topics including practical guides for using LLMs and other AI tools in the classroom and in research. - Developed and deployed web-based GPT for specific classes. GPTs include course textbook, syllabus, and other documents. GPT acts as a resource for students to find information quickly and limits faculty workload by reducing student email requests by at least30%.- Developed local model to prototype College- and University-wide chatbot.- Awarded course development grant ($2500) to quantify student use and success with AI models in the classroom. Show less

Norfolk, Virginia, United States

As a Senior Lecturer, I bring a wealth of experience and innovative pedagogical approaches to a broad range of chemistry courses. My teaching portfolio encompasses everything from foundational preparatory chemistry to more specialized courses in biochemistry. My classrooms incorporate a variety of pedagogical techniques spanning from traditional lecture to flipped classrooms. My upper-level biochemistry lab course is writing intensive and includes focus on effective writing and also giving… Show more As a Senior Lecturer, I bring a wealth of experience and innovative pedagogical approaches to a broad range of chemistry courses. My teaching portfolio encompasses everything from foundational preparatory chemistry to more specialized courses in biochemistry. My classrooms incorporate a variety of pedagogical techniques spanning from traditional lecture to flipped classrooms. My upper-level biochemistry lab course is writing intensive and includes focus on effective writing and also giving effective critiques. Artificial intelligence tools are integrated into all of my classrooms, keeping my students' skills at the leading edge of what this rapidly changing world requires.---📋 Curriculum DevelopmentAs the lead for the first-year curriculum development team, I spearhead efforts to create engaging and effective learning experiences, setting students on a path to academic success from day one.---🎯 Retention InitiativesAs a dedicated member of the retention initiative team, I work collaboratively to identify and implement strategies that boost student engagement and academic performance, thereby enhancing retention rates.---My commitment to educational excellence is unwavering, and I continually strive to adapt and evolve my teaching methods to meet the needs of a diverse student body. Show less

🔬 In my role as Research Assistant Professor, I am study the complex interplay between human gut epithelium and the anaerobic pathogen Clostridioides difficile, a crucial area of research with far-reaching implications for gastrointestinal health and disease.---🎯 Research FocusMy investigative efforts are centered on:- Host-Pathogen Dynamics: Understanding the molecular mechanisms that govern the interactions between the gut epithelium and Clostridioides… Show more 🔬 In my role as Research Assistant Professor, I am study the complex interplay between human gut epithelium and the anaerobic pathogen Clostridioides difficile, a crucial area of research with far-reaching implications for gastrointestinal health and disease.---🎯 Research FocusMy investigative efforts are centered on:- Host-Pathogen Dynamics: Understanding the molecular mechanisms that govern the interactions between the gut epithelium and Clostridioides difficile.- Therapeutic Implications: Exploring potential pathways for intervention and treatment strategies targeting these interactions.- Laboratory Technique Development: Developing tools to make laboratory investigation and microscopy of anaerobic organisms and mixed cultures simpler and more effective. Show less

Unc Lineberger Comprehesive Cancer Center

Laboratory of Richard Cheney. Research focuses on understanding the formation and dynamics of filopodia, an eukaryotic organelle important for environmental sensing, force generation and adhesion, cell motility, and metastasis. Leading collaborations with Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center and Center for Gastrointestinal Biology and Disease.

Edited scientific manuscripts from non-native English-speaking researchers to correct grammar, syntax, punctuation, and content clarity to improve likelihood of acceptance into American scientific journals and publications.

Durham, Nc

Shared project in the laboratories of Thom LaBean and Steve Craig. Exploited DNA nanotechnology as well as chemistry and biomolecular engineering to develop novel strain sensors and fluorescent reporters for use in studying organic and inorganic systems. Physical properties of the sensor domains were tested via atomic force microscopy.

Chicago, Il

Laboratory of Ronald Rock. Primary work studied how complex intracellular structures form and disassemble (actin cytoskeleton) both through experiment and computational modeling. Developed new microfluidic techniques and new single-molecule microscopy assays. Participated in numerous collaborations.

Chicago, Il

Part of a four person committee that organized a meeting of the ASBMB in Chicago on August 21, 2010. The meeting specifically targeted graduate students and postdocs from the region and included research presentations, a poster session, and career development seminars. ~120 participants.

Woods Hole, Ma

Course consisted of advanced training in various microscopy techniques, computational analysis and modeling, and biochemical laboratory techniques. Efforts here resulted in the acquisition of many skills and a publication in the journal Science.

Chicago, Il

Laboratory of Elizabeth Grove, Departments of Neurobiology and Cancer Biology. Mouse and Chicken model systems. Managed the mouse colony including mouse husbandry and selective crossing. Applied in ovo electroporation, in situ hybridization, and immunohistochemistry to study cortical map development.

Chicago, Il

Part-time. Developed specific programs for each client. Organized and taught three group classes (triathlon, distance running, and nutrition for endurance athletes). Gave regular lectures on health, nutrition, and strategies for endurance racers.

Various Locations

Summers Only. Developed and directed residential programs for summer students. Responsible for student safety and welfare.

Baltimore, Md

Organizer of the "Freshman Day of Service" for Orientation week. Arranged a single day event with simultaneous service projects at 32 sites throughout Baltimore, involving all 1000 incoming students. Secured all requisite supplies, transportation, and donations to cover food for all students. Led the orientation session before the event began. Project generated more than 6000 man hours of service for the city of Baltimore and local charities.

Newport, Vt

Customer service, stock, and inventory responsibilities.

Ph.D., Biochemistry And Molecular Biology

Activities and Societies: Recruitment Committee, Retreat Organizing Committee, Retreat Session Chair Thesis Advisor: Ronald S. Rock Thesis.

Ba, Biophysics, German

Activities and Societies: Office of Community Relations and Volunteer Services (CRVS), Alpha Phi Omega (APO) Service Fraternity, Cross.

Physiology Course 2008

Training course led by world class microscopists. Worked cutting edge systems. Generated primary research that was published in Science.

Venus Software Training I

Programming Venus software for the Star and Starlet platforms. Individual and power steps training.