Anthony Vivino
About Anthony Vivino
Anthony Vivino is a Research Assistant who specializes in EEG studies related to addiction treatment. He has a background in Clinical Psychology and English Literature from the University of Maryland and currently works at both the University of Maryland and The George Washington University.
Work at The George Washington University
Anthony Vivino has served as a Research Assistant at The George Washington University since 2020. In this role, he focuses on EEG research, particularly in the context of addiction treatment. His responsibilities include developing and maintaining EEG labs tailored for residential centers that specialize in addiction recovery.
Current Position at University of Maryland
Since 2017, Anthony Vivino has worked as a Clinical Research Coordinator in the Clinical and Cognitive Neuroscience Lab at the University of Maryland. In this position, he oversees research initiatives and collaborates on projects that investigate the intersection of clinical psychology and neuroscience.
Education and Expertise
Anthony Vivino earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from the University of Maryland College Park in May 2017. His academic background includes a focus on Clinical Psychology and English Rhetoric, equipping him with a strong foundation for his research in mental health and addiction.
Research Contributions and Specializations
Vivino specializes in characterizing electrocortical oscillations associated with reinforcement learning through EEG studies. He conducts research on drug-cue reactivity and incubation effects in inpatient populations. He has developed a comprehensive dataset that integrates psychophysiological data with mental health assessments for addiction patients.
Previous Experience and Roles
Prior to his current roles, Anthony Vivino worked as a Writing Center Tutor at the University of Maryland from 2015 to 2017. He also held the position of Assistant Manager at Smokey Glen Farm Barbequers from 2010 to 2017, where he gained management experience over a span of seven years.