Her students do research in the area of analytical chemistry, where cellulosic materials, such as cornhusk, are evaluated for use in low-cost cation exchange applications. She has received funding in curriculum development and evaluation of organic chemistry courses and army CBRN training. Dr. Ramos is a co-PI of the HBCU-UP implementation grant AMASS(A Model for Achieving Success in STEM), which links faculty development efforts with projects that increase retention and integrated training for nontraditional, minority and underrepresented students in STEM disciplines.