Vivian Ciaramitaro
About Vivian Ciaramitaro
Vivian Ciaramitaro is an Assistant Professor at UMass Boston, specializing in neuroscience. She has extensive experience in academia and research, having held positions at notable institutions such as Cornell University, New York University, UCSD, and The Salk Institute of Biological Studies.
Work at UMass Boston
Vivian Ciaramitaro has served as an Assistant Professor at UMass Boston since 2010. In this role, she contributes to the academic community through teaching and research in the field of neuroscience. Her position involves engaging with students and developing curriculum that aligns with current scientific advancements. Ciaramitaro's work at UMass Boston emphasizes the integration of research and education, fostering a learning environment that encourages student participation in scientific inquiry.
Previous Academic Positions
Ciaramitaro has held several academic positions prior to her tenure at UMass Boston. She worked as a Research Assistant at Cornell University from 1990 to 1991, focusing on developmental psychobiology. Following that, she served as a Postdoctoral Fellow in neurophysiology at New York University from 1997 to 2003. At UCSD, she was both a Graduate & Undergraduate Instructor and an Assistant Research Professor from 2004 to 2009. Additionally, she worked in Science Education Outreach at The Salk Institute of Biological Studies from 2003 to 2009.
Education and Expertise
Vivian Ciaramitaro earned her PhD in Neuroscience from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, where she studied from 1991 to 1997. She also holds two Bachelor of Arts degrees in Psychology (cognitive development) and Neurobiology from Cornell University, completed between 1986 and 1990. Her extensive education underpins her expertise in neuroscience and developmental psychology, contributing to her research and teaching methodologies.
Research Contributions
Ciaramitaro has made significant contributions to the field of neuroscience through her research activities. She has been affiliated with The Salk Institute of Biological Studies as a Neuroscientist since 2007. Her research focuses on various aspects of neuroscience, including neurophysiology and developmental psychobiology. This work has implications for understanding brain function and development, and she actively engages in outreach to promote science education.
Teaching Experience
Ciaramitaro has accumulated a wealth of teaching experience throughout her career. She served as a Teaching Assistant at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine from 1993 to 1994. At UCSD, she taught both graduate and undergraduate courses from 2004 to 2006. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes the importance of integrating research with education, aiming to inspire students in the field of neuroscience.