Julie De Zutter

Academic Interest / Expertise

I have a strong interest in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industry, with a particular focus on biotechnology entrepreneurship grounded in a strong understanding of the fundamental scientific principles. My teaching focuses on making the biotechnology industry more accessible to non-science majors by translating core scientific concepts into clear, relevant frameworks for business students. By helping students grasp the importance of core scientific principles that drive biotechnology including genetics, molecular biology, gene editing, and biomanufacturing- they can better undertstand how these advances result in new products, applications and business models. Although it is not the goal to train scientists, the future of the biotech industry also relies on producing informed and ethical business leaders capable of helping to translate scientific discovery into lasting solutions, guiding commercialization decisions, earning public trust, and ensuring that biotechnology solutions create meaningful and equitable impactsMy current and future research interests are multifaceted and focus on three main aspects- spanning interventional pedagogical strategies, the integration of technology into instruction, and experiential approaches for conceptualizing science for business students. Through ongoing exploration and collaboration with colleagues, my goal is to advance my understanding of effective teaching methodologies and their impact on student outcomes. Grounded in evidence-based practices, I hope to contribute to the advancement of teaching and learning at Babson College through the dissemination of research findings and the implementation of transformative teaching practices that empower students and promote lifelong learning.