Cynthia Brame

Dr. Cynthia Brame serves as Assistant Director at Vanderbilt University's Center for Teaching and Senior Lecturer in the Department of Biological Sciences, where she has pioneered innovative approaches to STEM education. With a Ph.D. in Pharmacology from Vanderbilt University and valuable experience as a former faculty member at Centenary College of Louisiana, she brings deep expertise to her current roles. She leads the impactful Junior Faculty Teaching Fellows program, helping new faculty develop essential teaching skills and explore contemporary teaching methodologies. As the founder of the BOLD Fellows program, she facilitates collaboration between graduate students and faculty to create and evaluate online learning experiences. Her significant contributions include regular consultations with STEM departments on pedagogical and curricular matters, fostering a community dedicated to evidence-based teaching approaches. Dr. Brame's scholarly work includes co-developing LSE's Evidence-Based Teaching Guides and authoring "Science Teaching Essentials: Short Guides to Good Practice." Her research focuses on improving the understanding and application of teaching and learning literature among STEM educators, making her a valuable contributor to advancing educational excellence in higher education. Through her leadership and innovation, she continues to shape the future of STEM education and faculty development