Dr. Oscar Vivas

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Oscar Vivas is an Assistant Professor at the University of Washington, specializing in pharmacology and physiology. His research focuses on autonomic neuroscience, particularly how aging affects the autonomic nervous system and its regulation of homeostasis. By using advanced techniques like electrophysiology and high-resolution microscopy, his work seeks to uncover the cellular and molecular mechanisms that are altered in autonomic neurons due to aging. Through his research, Vivas aims to enhance the understanding of cardiovascular neural control and the physiological systems affected by aging. He has received several awards, including the MIRA Award for young investigators and the Sagol Network GerOmic Award, reflecting his contributions to the field. Vivas has also been recognized for his academic excellence with a distinction for his PhD thesis from UNAM, Mexico, and participates actively in mentoring initiatives for diversity in neuroscience.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2020-01-01 — Present

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

Teaching and conducting research in pharmacology and physiology.

Awards

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MIRA Award

2021-01-01
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Sagol Network GerOmic Award

2021-01-01
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Finalist , Excelsior Award

2021-01-01
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Distinction for PhD Thesis

2012-01-01

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
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Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.