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Dr. Britt Wyatt

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Biography

Hello everyone! I'm currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at Utah Valley University. I received my PhD in structural biology from Marquette University where I studied a bacterial metabolic enzyme called pyruvate carboxylase. At UVU, I primarily teach introductory biology to biology majors. I also do research in biology education, which is great because my research can help inform my teaching and vice versa. My main research interests are in science identity and acceptance of scientific ideas.

I still don't define myself as a scientist, which is weird. I do all the things a scientist does, but I feel like the word "scientist" is so strongly linked to certain stereotypes that I don't see myself within that identity. If I can't see myself as a scientist, how can I expect my students to see themselves as scientist? This concept is fascinating to me and I'd like to explore it more.

When I am not teaching or doing research, the remainder of my time is spent with Josh, Aria, and Alba . We enjoy hiking, the zoo, museums, and all sorts of fun kid activities. My self-care time is spent working out, reading sci fi books, and listening to podcasts/audiobooks.

Education

PhD, Marquette University, 2018

BS, Colorado State University, 2013

Major: Microbiolgoy

Teaching

BIOL 1610

College Biology I, Spring 2025

BIOL 1610

College Biology I, Spring 2025

MICR 2060

Microbiology for Health Professions, Spring 2025

BIOL 489R

Student Research, Spring 2025

BIOL 489R

Student Research, Spring 2025

Presentations

Wyatt, Britt (Co-Author), Backman, Eden (Presenter & Author), Utah Conference for Undergraduate Research, "Gender Disparities in the Pursuit of Biology at UVU". ()

Wyatt, Britt , Habel, Alyssa (Presenter & Author), Utah Conference for Undergraduate Research, "Intersectionality and Vaccine Hesitancy". ()

Wyatt, Britt (Co-Author), Bischoff, Porter (Presenter & Author), Utah Conference for Undergraduate Research, "Prescribing Passion_ How medical experiences shape STEM enthusiasm". ()

Wyatt, Britt (Co-Author), Black, Kannon (Presenter & Author), Utah Conference for Undergraduate Research, "Religion, Evolution and Vaccinations_ Perceptions from a GE Student Population". ()

Wyatt, Britt (Co-Author), 2023 Society for the Advancement of Biology Education Research’s National Conference, "Learners vs Experts_ How student views of scientists relate to science sense of belonging, identity, and motivation". ()

Wyatt, Britt (Co-Author), 2023 Society for the Advancement of Biology Education Research’s National Conference, "What Makes Science Relevant_ The Role of Science Immersion". ()

Scholarly/Creative Works

Wyatt, Britt , (2022) "Social Predictors of student achievement in team-based undergraduate science classrooms." .

Wyatt, Britt , (2021) "Chronicling the journey of the Society for the Advancement in Biology Education Research (SABER) in its effort to become antiracist_ from acknowledgement to action" .

Wyatt, Britt , (2021) "Development of a Faculty Learning Community to Foster Inclusive Research Mentoring" .

Wyatt, Britt , (2019) "Evaluation of α-hydroxycinnamic acids as pyruvate carboxylase inhibitors" .

Wyatt, Britt , (2018) "A high-throughput screening assay for pyruvate carboxylase" .

Wyatt, Britt , (2015) " Inactivation of mandelate racemase by 3-hydroxypyruvate reveals a mechanistic link between enzyme superfamilies." .

Awards

Faculty Senate Teaching Award (University-wide recognition)

Utah Valley University - March 17, 2025

The purpose of the Faculty Senate Faculty Excellence Award is to recognize full-time and adjunct faculty who have made significant contributions to UVU's mission through demonstrated excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service.

Flexible Teaching Award_ 2nd Place Best Delivery

Utah Valley University - March 3, 2025

The Flexible Teaching Awards for Best Design and Best Delivery are meant to recognize the exemplary work of online and hybrid faculty at UVU.

Biology Excellence in Engagement Award

Utah Valley University - April 15, 2024

This award recognizes those who have demonstrated exceptional efforts through leadership, pedagogy, and/or actionable outcomes, and who have made significant contributions to cultivating a sense of belonging and a welcoming environment within the department or broader campus community.

College of Science Dean’s Award of Excellence for Service

Wyatt, Britt (Co-Author), Premo, Josh (Presenter & Author), 2023 Utah State Science Teachers Association Conference, "Science Immersion Using 3D Science Standards.", . ()

Wyatt, Britt (Co-Author), Bischoff, Porter (Presenter & Author), Annual American Society of Microbiologists Conference for Undergraduate Education, "Medical Experiences’ Influence on Gender and PEERs", . ()

Wyatt, Britt (Co-Author), Bischoff, Porter (Presenter & Author), Society for the Advancement of Biology Education Research’s National Conference, "When students miss class due to a medical condition, are they engaging more with science?", . ()

Wyatt, Britt , (2012) "Detection of PrPCWD in feces from naturally exposed rocky mountain elk (cervus elaphus nelsoni) using protein misfolding cyclic amplification. " .