Effat Zeidan Hatoum, PhD
Associate Professor of Biology
Office Phone: 951-552-8453
E-mail: ezeidan@calbaptist.edu
Office Location: James, 358
Office Hours: Call to Make an Appointment
| Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| PhD | NanoScience | University of North Carolina at Greensboro | 2016 |
| BS | Chemistry | American University of Beirut | 2012 |
BIO153 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I
BIO143 - Principles of Biology
BIO143L - Principles of Biology Lab
CHE102 - Fundamentals of Chemistry
MAT095 - Elementary Algebra
MAT115 - Intermediate Algebra
MAT123 - Survey of Mathematics
ENV151- Introduction to the Geosciences
ENC151L- Introduction to the Geosciences Lab
IDS 498 - Interdisciplinary Studies Capstone
IDS500 - Introduction to Interdisciplinary Studies
IDS599 - Integrative Capstone
SCIE 310
Chemical Biology
Science at the Nanoscale
The dialogue between Science and Faith
Motivational Learning
Integration of Faith to science learning
NanoChemistry Laboratory
Fundamentals of Chemistry
General Chemistry
Intermediate Algebra
Research and Publications:
Vance, S. A., Zeidan, E., Williams, L. B., Starobin, J. M., & Sandros, M. G. (2013). An Easy Method To Synthesize Carbon-Coated Quantum Dots. Nano LIFE, 03(01), 1340006.
Zeidan E, Vance S, Sandros MG (2014) Current nanodelivery systems for imaging and therapeutics. In: Kelkar AD, Herr DJC, Ryan JG (ed) Nanoscience and nanoengineering: advances and applications. CRC press, Boca Raton, pp 113- 130.
Zeidan, E., Kepley, C. L., Sayes, C., & Sandros, M. G. (2015). Surface plasmon resonance: a label-free tool for cellular analysis. Nanomedicine, 10(11), 1833-1846.
Vance, S.*, Zeidan, E.*, Henrich, V. C., & Sandros, M. G. (2016). Comparative Analysis of Human Growth Hormone in Serum Using SPRi, Nano-SPRi and ELISA Assays. Journal of Visualized Experiments, (107).
Zeidan, E., Li, S., Zhou, Z., Miller, J., & Sandros, M. G. (2016). Single-Multiplex Detection of Organ Injury Biomarkers using SPRi based Nano-Immunosensor. Scientific Reports, 6, 36348.
Zeidan, E., Shivaji, R., Henrich, V. C, & Sandros, M. G. (2016). Nano-SPRi Aptasensor for the Detection of Progesterone in Buffer. Scientific Reports, 6, 26714.
Zeidan, E. (2018). Featured Essay: An Effective Way to Integrate Supportive Communication and Christian Belief into Virtual Classrooms. Topsfield, MA: American Scientific Affiliation. https://godandnature.asa3.org
Zeidan, E. (2020). New Strategies of Mentorship in the Online Virtual Environment Imposed by the COVID-19 Pandemic. Special issue: the covid-19 pandemic (vol. Summer 2020). Topsfield, MA: American Scientific Affiliation. https://godandnature.asa3.org/zeidan-mentorship-online.html
Zeidan, E. (2021). Nanotechnology: An Interdisciplinary Field at the Forefront of Combatting the COVID-19 Pandemic (1st ed., vol. 43). Association of Interdisciplinary Studies. https://interdisciplinarystudies.org/integrative-pathways-43-1-combating-covid/
Zeidan, E. (2022). Nanoscience in the k-12 classroom: More Needed than Ever. Advances in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, 5(1), 35-37. https://opastonline.com/open-access/nanoscience-in-the-k-12-classroom-more-needed-than-everrn.pdf
Zeidan, E. (2022). Interdisciplinarity: A Meaningful Approach in Preparing for Future Career (1st ed., vol. 44). Association for Interdisciplinary Studies. https://interdisciplinarystudies.org/integrative-pathways-44-1-future-careers/
Zeidan, E. (2022). Nanoscience in the k-12 classroom: More Needed than Ever. Advances in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, 5(1), 35-37. https://opastonline.com/open-access/nanoscience-in-the-k-12-classroom-more-needed-than-everrn.pdf
Zeidan, E. (2023). Empowering Students Through Motivational Engagement in the Online Classroom. Theoretical and Practical Teaching Strategies for K-12 Science Education in the Digital Age. Hershey, Pennsylvania: IGI Global. https://www.igi-global.com/book/theoretical-practical-teaching-strategies-science/296264#description
Zeidan, E. (2023). Empowering Students Through Motivational Engagement in the Online Classroom. Theoretical and Practical Teaching Strategies for K-12 Science Education in the Digital Age. Hershey, Pennsylvania: IGI Global. https://www.igi-global.com/book/theoretical-practical-teaching-strategies-science/296264#description
Oral Presentations:
Zeidan, E., Faith Integration in the Academy Conference, "Exploring Faith Integration in Biology Education: A
Comparative Study Design of Journaling vs. Case-Based Reflections," (Presentation/Reading of Creative
Work). 91猫先生. Conference. (August 1, 2025).
Zeidan, E., OTC 2025, "Expanding Access to Science Education: Innovative Approaches for Quality Labs
Online," (Presentation/Reading of Creative Work). Online Teaching Conference. Conference. (June 17,
2025).
Zeidan, E., 2025 SITE Science SIG Symposium, "Revolutionizing Online Science Education: Leveraging AI
for Enhanced Learning Experiences," (Presentation/Reading of Creative Work). SITE. Conference.
(March 21, 2025).
Zeidan, E., 44th Annual ABLE Conference, "How to Deliver High-Quality Science Labs Online," (Presentation/Reading of Creative Work). Association for Biology Laboratory Education, San Diego, CA, United States. Conference. (June 27, 2023 - June 30, 2023).
Zeidan, E., AIS Conference 2022, "Introducing and Interdisciplinary Approach to Communication in the Online Classroom," (Presentation/Reading of Creative Work). Association of Interdisciplinary Studies, Sonoma, CA, United States. Conference. (November 11, 2022).
Zeidan, E., EdMedia + Innovate Learning Online 2022, "An Inclusive Approach to Communication and Assessment in the Online General Ed Classroom," (Presentation/Reading of Creative Work). Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education. Conference. (November 1, 2022 - November 3, 2022).
Zeidan, E., ASA 2022, "Interdisciplinary Studies: A Unique Opportunity to Teach Integration within a Coherent Biblical Framework," (Presentation/Reading of Creative Work). American Scientific Affiliation, San Diego, CA, United States. Conference. (July 29, 2022 - August 1, 2022).
Zeidan, E., AIS Conference 2021, "Nanotechnology at the Forefront of Combatting the COVID19 Pandemic," (Presentation/Reading of Creative Work). Association of Interdisciplinary Studies. Conference. (October 14, 2021).
Zeidan, E., American Chemical Society Fall 2021- Resilience in Chemistry, "Why is emotional stability essential during the pandemic for the remote learner?" (Presentation/Reading of Creative Work). ACS. (August 23, 2021).
Zeidan, E., American Scientific Affiliation 2021 Virtual Annual Conference, "A Faith-Based Approach in Honoring Students in Distant Science and Math Classes," (Presentation/Reading of Creative Work). American Scientific Affiliation. (July 29, 2021 - August 1, 2021).
Zeidan, E., EdMedia + Innovate Learning 2021, "COVID-19 and the Need for a More Student-Focused Learning Approach in Online Setting," (Presentation/Reading of Creative Work). Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education. Roundtable. (July 6, 2021).
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Zeidan, E., THE GIFT OF SCIENTIA, THE BODY OF CHRIST, AND THE COMMON GOOD: Scientists and Theologians Working Together, "A Faith-Based Approach to Honoring Students in Distant Science and Math Classes," (Presentation/Reading of Creative Work). American Scientific Affiliation, San Diego, CA, United States. Conference. (July 24, 2020 - July 27, 2020).
Zeidan, E., 5th Annual Advancing Women in Leadership Conference, "Christian Women in Science and Technology," (Presentation/Reading of Creative Work). AWIL, Riverside, CA, United States. Conference. (March 20, 2020).
Zeidan, E. (Presenter), ASA 2018- 73rd Annual Meeting, "The Power of Praise and Encouragement in Nontraditional Online Learning Environment," (Presentation/Reading of Creative Work). American Scientific Affiliation, Wenham, MA, United States. Conference. (July 27, 2018 - July 30, 2018).
Zeidan, E. (Presenter), 2018 Winter Day Conference So. Cal. Christians in Science - Science, Faith, Humanity, & Earth's Future, "Cutting- Edge Technology: Made Possible by Our Faith & Perseverance," (Presentation/Reading of Creative Work). American Scientific Affiliation, Riverside, CA, United States. Conference. (January 27, 2018).
Zeidan, E. and Sandros, M.G. 鈥淚n Vitro Assessment of Nanomaterials Cytotoxicity Using Surface Plasmon Resonance Imaging鈥- The Great Scientific Expo, SciX presented by FACCS. Reno, Nevada. September, 2014
Poster Presentations:
Vance, S. A., Zeidan, E., Williams, L. B., Starobin, J. M., & Sandros, M. G. 鈥淎n easy method to synthesize carbon-coated quantum dots鈥.
Nanomanufacturing Conference, Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering-UNCG. Greensboro, NC. September, 2013.
CNC-ACS 14th Annual Poster Night, Syngenta. Greensboro, NC. April, 2014
1st Electronic Conference on Materials. May, 2014.
Vance, S.*, Zeidan, E.*, Henrich, V. C., & Sandros, M. G. 鈥淢easuring Human Growth Hormone levels using a NanoSPRi Platform鈥
CNC-ACS 15th Annual Poster Night, Syngenta. Greensboro, NC. April, 2015
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鈥淭he teacher who is indeed wise does not bid you to enter the house of his wisdom but rather leads you to the threshold of your mind.鈥 ~ Khalil Gibran