Molly Selba

Molly Selba is an assistant professor at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, where she teaches advanced courses in anatomy, including advanced human anatomy, visceral anatomy, neuroscience, and medical imaging for the physical therapist. She also leads a summer gross anatomy pre-matriculation preparation workshop for incoming medical and allied health students. Her research blends comparative cranial morphology with pedagogical innovation. Her doctoral research at the University of Florida focused on facial reduction across multiple taxa using geometric morphometrics. She has published her findings in multiple journals and presented them at national and international conferences. Selba is also actively involved in pedagogical research focused on improving the teaching of complex anatomical concepts, with a particular emphasis on integrating evolutionary science to deepen students' understanding of human anatomy and our evolutionary history. As an advocate for science outreach, Selba has worked extensively with K-12 students, engaging over 1,200 learners in discussions about evolution — specifically human evolution — and our modern human anatomy. Her outreach efforts focus on making evolutionary science clear and accessible, highlighting its importance in shaping our understanding of biological sciences and what it means to be human. Selba is excited to contribute to the National Center for Science Education’s Sound Science Fellowship, where she aims to help develop strategies for effectively teaching "controversial" scientific topics, particularly evolution and climate change.