About Me

Devin J. Humpal is an Adjunct Professor with extensive experience teaching subjects such as human physiology, genetics, ecology, and cell biology at College of the Canyons in Santa Clarita, California. He has also taught environmental science, chemistry, and neuroscience at the high school level, effectively bridging complex scientific topics across educational stages.
With over a decade of mentoring experience, he has guided nearly 200 students—primarily from community colleges—in crafting personalized "career maps" that detail educational pathways, job prospects, and budget planning. His mentorship includes advising on scientific careers, college transfers, and the realities of PhD programs in molecular biology.
Humpal holds a BA in Anthropology and Environmental Studies from Pitzer College, a BS in Biotechnology from UC Davis, and an MS in the Biology of Aging from the University of Southern California. His research spans climate change, embryonic epigenetics, retinal diseases, neurobiology, and the genetics of aging.