Debbie Knorr
About Debbie Knorr
Debbie Knorr serves as a Team Leader, Program Manager, and Web Site Manager at the Office of Science Education, National Institutes of Health, where she has worked since 2000. She promotes bioscience education through various initiatives and manages resources that connect students with health and medical science professionals.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Debbie Knorr has been employed at the Office of Science Education within the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2000. In her role as Team Leader, Program Manager, and Web Site Manager, she focuses on enhancing educational resources for K-12 educators. She has implemented various initiatives to improve science education and accessibility, including the NIH K-12 Lessons About Bioscience Challenge on Challenge.gov.
Education and Expertise
Debbie Knorr studied at the College of Southern Maryland, where she earned an Associate of Arts degree from 1975 to 1977. She then attended the University of Maryland, obtaining a Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology from 1977 to 1979. Her educational background supports her expertise in web usability and information architecture, which she applies to ensure educational resources are accessible and user-friendly.
Background
Debbie Knorr has a strong commitment to promoting science education through various initiatives. She has been involved in programs such as Science in the Cinema and Mini-Med School, which aim to make science more accessible to the public. Additionally, she has developed and managed the LifeWorks Career Exploration Web Site, providing resources for students interested in health and medical science careers.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Debbie Knorr has led several programs aimed at connecting students with professionals in the health and medical science fields. She has overseen the LifeWorks Speakers Bureau and E-mentoring programs, which facilitate mentorship opportunities for students. Knorr has also enhanced the NIH Curriculum Supplements to support K-12 educators in teaching bioscience topics.