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Position
Academic Background
Sample Courses
Teaching Philosophy
Research & Interests
Notable Academic Appointments & Awards
Publication Highlights
Selected Scholarly Presentations
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Position
Academic Background
- Harvard University, School of Public Health - Master of Public Health, 1999
- Boston University - Ph.D., 1956
- Boston University - M.A., 1952
- Providence College - B.A., 1951
Sample Courses Taught at Providence College
Teaching Philosophy
My role as a college professor is to introduce and interest students - both biology and non-biology majors - to a particular area of biology in fulfillment of the often quoted expression, "chance favors the prepared mind." I believe strongly that a goal of education is to encourage a life-time of learning. I strive to conduct my classes in a relatively informal and non-intimidating atmosphere; an appropriate blend of humor works for me. At the same time, the material and the assignments are innovative and challenging and a high standard of performance is expected.
Research & Interests
Dr. Krasner has had a career-long dedication to microbiology with a special interest in the host-dynamic relationship involved in infectious diseases. For 30 years he has directed the Summer Science Program for High School Students, held each July on the PC campus. Since 1975, more than 800 students have studied environmental biology, DNA, biotechnology, and the human genome through this enrichment program. He also has led numerous programs to improve science teaching among secondary school educators, with a special emphasis on microbiology and, most recently, bio-terrorism.
Notable Academic Appointments and Awards
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Visiting Scientist, Oswaldo Cruz Institute; Salvador, Brazil - April-May 1999
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Participant, Micro in the Mountains; Brekenridge, CO - August 1996
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Research Appointment, Pasteur Institute, Unit of Molecular and Cell Biology; Paris, France - August 1990-January 1991
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Visiting Professor of Microbiology, Kuvin Centre for Infectious Diseases, Hadassah Medical School; Jerusalem, Israel - August 1982-January 1983
- Recipient of the Providence College Torch Award, on the occasion of the 75th Anniversary of the College, in recognition of teaching and service; April 1993.
Publication Highlights
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Krasner, R., The Microbial Challenge, 2002 - American Society for Microbiology Press
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Krasner, R., The New Microbe Hunters, in preparation - American Society for Microbiology Press
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Chirikjian, J.G., E. Kisailus, R. Krasner, B. King, H. Mortensen, The Science of Biotechnology: Theory and Practice, Volumes I and II, 1995 - Jones and Bartlett Publishers
Selected Scholarly Presentations and Activities
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Presenter, American Society for Microbiology; New Orleans, 2004; "Integrating Knowledge of Bio-Weapons and Emergency Preparedness into the Curriculum."
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Presenter, International Society for the History, Philosophy, and Social Studies of Biology; Vienna, Austria, 2003; "Public Health Advances of the 20th Century in Infectious Disease Control."
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Presenter, National Science Teacher Association; Orlando, Florida, 2000; "Biological Warfare."
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Presenter, Annual Meeting of International Society for the History, Philosophy, and Social Studies of Biology; Louvain, Belgium, 1997; "New and Emerging Infections."
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Presenter, International Conference on New Trends in Science Education; Istanbul, Turkey, 1997; Opening Session Speaker: "Innovative Strategies in Science Education;" Keynote Speaker: "Louis Pasteur: High Priest of Microbiology;" Workshop: "Innovative Pre-College Science Education at Providence College."
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Invited Closing Session Speaker, XIII International Congress for Microbiology, Argentine Society for Microbiology, 1995
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Appointed Annual History of Microbiology Lecturer for American Society for Microbiology General Meeting; Las Vegas, 1994; "Pasteur and Rabies: The Making of a Hero."
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