Sophia Jeong is an Assistant Professor of Science Education in the Department of Teaching and Learning at The Ohio State University. She earned her Ph.D. in Science Education in 2018 from the University of Georgia (UGA), following in the footsteps of her father, Dr. Jinwoo Jeong (UGA ‘1987, science education) – a pioneer of Earth Sciences Education at the Korea National University of Education (KNUE).

Dr. Jeong’s scholarly work draws on nonlinear theories to examine ontological complexities of subjectivities and socio-material relations in the science classrooms. Broadly speaking, her research interests focus on science education issues through the lens of rhizomatic, nonlinear analysis of K-16 science classrooms. As a science teacher educator, Jeong is passionate about fostering creativity, encouraging inquisitive minds, and developing youth’s socio-political consciousness and activism through science education.

Dr. Jeong completed a Fulbright Fellowship in Istanbul, where she initiated international collaborations focused on STEM education. During this fellowship, she was invited to speak on a panel addressing the integration of artificial intelligence in STEM curricula and began a collaborative partnership with colleagues at the University of Ljubljana. Her work reflects a growing network of educators and researchers across Europe, with emerging connections in Latvia complementing ongoing initiatives in Turkey and Slovenia. These international engagements underscore Dr. Jeong’s commitment to advancing global dialogue and innovation in STEM education.