Summary
Andrew Darnel is a lecturer at the University of Ottawa with nine years of experience blending biological sciences and physiology into engaging STEM education. He holds a BSc (Hons) in Biology and an MSc in Physiology and applies that academic foundation to teach and develop hands-on learning experiences, including Micro:bit projects showcased on GitHub. Based in Gatineau, Quebec, he brings a classroom-focused, research-informed approach to curriculum design and student mentorship. New to open-source, he is beginning to use GitHub as a portfolio for interactive educational tools and microcontroller experiments. Colleagues appreciate his ability to translate complex physiological concepts into accessible, project-based activities that spark student curiosity. He balances rigorous science training with a practical, tech-forward interest in maker-style teaching.
9 years of coding experience
English, French, Japanese