Frances Belmonte, Ph.D., Dabt
About Frances Belmonte, Ph.D., Dabt
Frances Belmonte, Ph.D., Dabt, is a Senior Toxicologist currently employed at SRC since 2023. She has held various positions in toxicology and environmental health, including roles at Verto Solutions, Exponent, and the Research Institute for Fragrance Materials.
Current Role at SRC
Frances Belmonte, Ph.D., Dabt, serves as a Senior Toxicologist at SRC. She has been in this position since 2023. In her role, she applies her extensive knowledge in toxicology to assess chemical safety and regulatory compliance. Her expertise contributes to SRC's mission of providing scientific support and solutions in various sectors.
Previous Experience at Verto Solutions
Before joining SRC, Frances Belmonte worked at Verto Solutions as a Senior Managing Scientist from 2022 to 2023. During her 11 months there, she focused on scientific research and project management in the field of toxicology, contributing to the development of safety assessments and regulatory strategies.
Education and Expertise
Frances Belmonte holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Environmental Health Sciences with a focus on Molecular and Translational Toxicology from The Johns Hopkins University, which she completed from 2009 to 2014. She also earned a Master of Science in Environmental Health and Safety-Toxicology from New York University between 2007 and 2009, and a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Virginia Tech from 2002 to 2005.
Academic and Research Background
Frances Belmonte has a diverse academic and research background. She served as a Postdoctoral Scholar at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine from 2015 to 2018, and as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Research Institute for Fragrance Materials, Inc. (RIFM) from 2018 to 2019. Her work in these roles involved advanced research in toxicology and chemical safety.
Teaching Experience at Bard College
In 2018, Frances Belmonte briefly worked as Citizen Science Faculty at Bard College for one month. This role involved engaging students and the community in scientific research and education, emphasizing the importance of citizen participation in scientific inquiry.