Carine Nemr

Carine Nemr is an Assistant Professor of Instruction in the Department of Chemistry at Northwestern University. She received her BSc in Honors Chemical Biology Co-op from McMaster University and her PhD in Chemistry from the University of Toronto, where her research focused on new tools for the diagnosis and treatment of bacterial infections. Prior to joining Northwestern, she served as a Visiting Assistant Professor at Harvey Mudd College, teaching and developing curricula for general and analytical chemistry. At Northwestern, she teaches large-enrollment general chemistry lecture and laboratory courses. Her work emphasizes fostering inclusive learning environments through collaboration with co-instructors, course coordinators, and teaching assistants.

Carine Nemr is an Assistant Professor of Instruction at Northwestern University, specializing in analytical chemistry, diagnostic devices, and chemistry education. Her research focuses on developing innovative diagnostic tools and educational strategies to enhance scientific understanding. Nemr's work includes the design of multifunctional 3D-printed wound dressings, ultrasensitive nucleic acid detection methods, and microfluidic platforms for bacterial classification and antibiotic susceptibility testing. She also explores the application of digital microfluidics and electrochemical sensing for biomedical applications. Her contributions emphasize the integration of chemistry with engineering to address real-world challenges in healthcare and education.