Pivar, an independent scientist, has spent the last fifteen years pursuing the fundamental questions of the origin and evolution of life. His most recent work stems from his involvement with Synthetic Life Lab, established in 1996, where his work with his colleagues culminated in two published books on the subject of the origin of form.

Prior to his founding of Synthetic Life Lab, Pivar organized several other laboratories for the study of cloning and the development of protease inhibitors. He is currently in the process of completing a book on the origin of plant and animal form.

Pivar resides in New York City.

PUBLICATIONS
The origin of the vertebrate skeleton. International Journal of Astrobiology (2011), 10: 45-65, doi:10.1017/S147355041000025X, Published online by Cambridge University Press, 16 Aug. 2010.
On the Origin of Form, 2009. Berkeley, California: North Atlantic Books.
Lifecode, 2004. New York: Ryland Press.
The Barye Bronzes, 1974. Woodbridge: Antique Collectors' Club.

BACKGROUND
Synthetic Life Lab, Director. 1996-2011.
Regenerative Medicine Associates, Director. 1996-1999.
New York Academy of Art, Founder 1980, Chairman 1980-1990.
Chem-Tainer Industries, Founder 1959, Chairman 1959-present.
Hofstra University, 1951, BA, Chemistry.
Brooklyn Technical High School, 1947, Chemistry.

CONTACT:
spivar1@yahoo.com