Nicole Vanagas, Ph.D.
About Nicole Vanagas, Ph.D.
Nicole Vanagas, Ph.D., is a Senior Scientist at Exponent, where she has worked since 2021. She has an extensive academic and professional background in chemistry, including roles at Georgetown University and Mount St. Mary's University, and holds a Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry.
Current Role at Exponent
Nicole Vanagas, Ph.D., currently serves as a Senior Scientist at Exponent, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she applies her extensive knowledge in chemistry and lab leadership to contribute to various scientific projects. Her responsibilities include overseeing research initiatives and providing expert analysis in her field.
Previous Experience at Exponent
Prior to her current position, Nicole worked at Exponent as a Scientist from 2020 to 2021. During this year, she gained valuable experience in research methodologies and project management, further enhancing her expertise in scientific analysis.
Academic Background
Nicole earned her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Inorganic Chemistry from Georgetown University, where she studied from 2014 to 2020. She also obtained a Master's degree in Inorganic Chemistry from the same institution, completing her studies from 2014 to 2016. Her foundational education includes a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemistry from Mount St. Mary's University, achieved from 2010 to 2014.
Leadership and Teaching Roles
Throughout her academic career, Nicole held several leadership and teaching positions. She served as President of the Graduate Student Organization of Chemistry at Georgetown University from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, she worked as a Graduate Teaching Assistant from 2014 to 2018, where she contributed to the education of undergraduate students in chemistry.
Research and Laboratory Expertise
Nicole possesses expertise in various characterization techniques for both solid and solution states. Her experience includes roles as an Undergraduate Researcher and General Chemistry Laboratory Assistant at Mount St. Mary's University. She has developed skills in public speaking, enabling her to effectively communicate scientific concepts to diverse audiences.