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Vanessa Rosa, Ph.D.

Founder & Director of Broader Impacts

Phone:

+1 (315) 288-3887

About Vanessa Rosa, Ph.D.

Vanessa Rosa, Ph.D., is a chemist and science education innovator who founded Cuvette Collective to help scientists bridge the gap between scientific research and societal impact. As a researcher and reform advocate, she has dedicated her career to transforming how scientific achievements connect with broader communities.

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📑 Research Impact

Her scholarly work has significantly influenced chemistry education. Her highly cited publications focus on equity in STEM education and assessment design. Her research has mainly addressed challenges in making chemistry education more accessible and practical for diverse student populations.

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📣 Professional Leadership

Dr. Rosa serves as CEO and Founder of Cuvette Collective, where she leads a team of scientists and creatives in developing innovative solutions for research impact. She simultaneously serves as the Director of Innovation, Outreach, Diversity, and Education (DIODE) at the NSF Center for the Chemistry of Molecularly Optimized Networks (MONET) at Duke University, where she leads initiatives that enhance the broader impacts of polymer network research.

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🧪 Science Communication

Through Cuvette Collective, Dr. Rosa has developed multiple platforms to make scientific research more accessible, including:

  1. "Broader Impacts Brief" - Monthly case studies from research centers achieving measurable and memorable impacts.

  2. Cuvette Empowered - A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that democratizes scientific research communication by providing professional support services to under-resourced researchers, including impact evaluation, video production, strategic communication design, and scientific storytelling services.

  3. "For the CURIOUS" Initiative - Dr. Rosa hosts a YouTube playlist containing animated and engaging science research explainers connected to an anchoring, observable, and relatable phenomenon.

  4. CURIOUS Scientists Podcast - Vanessa Rosa, Ph.D., hosts this biweekly podcast, which features diverse perspectives on navigating and excelling in STEM careers. The show explores the human side of science through honest discussions about life in STEM, career tips, and insights on crucial issues impacting scientists today.

 

At Cuvette Collective, we partner with scientists and research centers to communicate their work's broader societal impacts through impact evaluation, video production, strategic communication design, and scientific storytelling services. Visit our company profile to learn more!

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