Nephi Thompson

Nephi Thompson

Professor of Biology and Chemistry
970-625-6909 | nthompson@coloradomtn.edu

Nephi Thompson Education

  • BS, Physics and Zoology, Brigham Young University
  • MPhil, Medicinal Chemistry, Univ. of Utah

Significant coursework towards a doctorate in Science Education, Univ. of CA, San Diego.

Awards/Publications

  • CMC Rifle Full Time Faculty of the Year 2012, 2016
  • Physical Science and Everyday Thinking, 2009
  • Clustering Molecular Dynamics Trajectories: 1. Characterizing the Performance of Different Clustering Algorithms, Journal of Chemical Theory and Computation, 2007
  • Noncontact dipole effects on channel permeation. VI. 5F-and 6F-Trp Gramicidin channel currents, Biophysical Journal, 2002
  • Noncontact Dipole Effects on Channel Permeation. IV. Kinetic Model of 5F-Trp 13 Gramicidin A Currents, Biophysical Journal, 2001

Professional Associations

  • National Science Teaching Association
  • National Association of Biology Teachers

Family

Husband to Gina for 20+ years, father to 4 boys.

Personal Interests

A native of western Colorado, I enjoy climbing mountains, backcountry skiing, rock climbing, and backpacking.