Elizabeth Eich

Elizabeth Eich serves as Director of the Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry and Professor in the Practice in BioSciences at Rice University bringing extensive expertise in science education and research development Her academic credentials include a BS in Genetics and Biochemistry from Texas A&M University and a PhD in Biochemistry and Cell Biology from Rice University Her contributions to education have earned her recognition as a National Academies Education Mentor in the Life Sciences and she has established herself as a Council on Undergraduate Research consultant specializing in integrating research into curriculum Her teaching philosophy emphasizes active learning and student-centered approaches particularly focusing on engaging first-year students in lecture and laboratory courses to foster lifelong scientific curiosity Her work extends to developing communication instruction for both undergraduate and graduate students in natural sciences Through her leadership in the Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry she has been instrumental in helping faculty develop scaffolded experiences in research-supportive curricula Her commitment to incorporating active learning and providing professional development for faculty has significantly influenced science education at Rice Her expertise in student-centered learning and research integration has made her a valuable leader in advancing undergraduate research and inquiry-based instruction