- Svenska Aerogel ABSenior ResearcherJune 2023 - December 2024 (1 year and 6 months)Gävle, GV, SwedenMain Responsibilities: Design of Experiments (DOE) and Product Development Projects: Quartzene-based Materials: Focused on enhancing hydrophobic properties for various industrial applications, ensuring optimal performance under diverse conditions. applications: Thermal blankets for energy efficiency. Battery thermal runaway mitigation technologies. ToothQare: Developed advanced materials to address hypersensitivity challenges in dental applications. Material Analysis: Conducted detailed analysis using advanced spectroscopic and analytical techniques, leading to improved product performance in energy and sustainability-focused applications. Intellectual Property Management: Drafted and submitted patents for innovative company technologies, strengthening the intellectual property portfolio. Key Skills: Analytical Techniques: Proficient in PXRD,SEM, TEM, BET Surface Area, ICP OES, ICP-MS, Particle Size Analysis, Spray Drying, Viscosity Measurement, Zeta Potential Measurement, and other advanced material characterization tools. Equipment Management: Experienced in equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and ensuring consistent operational performance. Analytical Chemistry Expertise: Skilled in data interpretation, method development, and risk assessment for GMP/GLP compliance. Sustainability Focus: Actively contributed to developing environmentally sustainable solutions in material applications and processes. Highlights in Sustainability: Improved the environmental footprint of production processes by optimizing the use of raw materials and reducing waste. Pioneered the development of Quartzene-based thermal insulation materials with enhanced energy efficiency for industrial and residential applications.
- Uppsala UniversityPostdoctoral Research FellowJune 2021 - June 2023 (2 years)Uppsala, SwedenAcademic Research at Uppsala University (Duration: 2 years):• Conducted postdoctoral research on Conjugated Polymers for Hydrogen Evolution, focusing on the development and synthesis of advanced polymeric materials for photocatalytic hydrogen production.• Contributed to the field of renewable energy by exploring innovative approaches to improve hydrogen evolution efficiency through material design and functionalization.• Utilized cutting-edge techniques, including in-situ spectroscopic methods, for characterizing the properties and activity of conjugated polymers. Communication and Collaborative Achievements:• Delivered seminar presentations on research findings to academic and industrial collaborators, fostering knowledge exchange and feedback.• Actively engaged in scientific discussions during conferences and workshops, expanding professional networks and contributing to interdisciplinary collaborations.• Authored and co-authored peer-reviewed publications and reports summarizing experimental findings and their implications for renewable energy research. Interpersonal and Team Skills:• Supervised and mentored graduate students, providing guidance on experimental techniques, data analysis, and project management.• Collaborated with international research teams to design and execute joint projects, enhancing cross-cultural communication and teamwork. Key Skills:• Analytical Techniques: Proficient in PXRD, ICP-OES, ICP-MS, GPC, LC-MS, GC-MS, BET Surface Area analysis, and XPS.• Spectroscopic Methods: Skilled in NMR, UV-Vis, Fluorescence spectroscopy, and other characterization tools.• Synthesis & Method Development: Expertise in organic synthesis, method development, and DOE for gaseous product analysis.• Equipment Management: Experienced in maintaining and troubleshooting laboratory equipment, including photoreactors and clean room facilities.
- Cental Salt & Marine Chemicals Research InstituteSenoir Research Fellow ExtensionJanuary 2019 - June 2021 (2 years and 5 months)Bhavnagar, GJ, IndiaResearch Focus:Synthesized porous functional materials, including Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs), Covalent Organic Frameworks (COFs), and porous organic polymers (POPs), to develop advanced solutions for sustainable chemical processes and energy applications.Conducted innovative studies on visible light-mediated cross-dehydrogenative coupling (CDC) reactions, contributing to the field of green chemistry.Developed novel porous catalytic systems with tailored surface properties to enhance catalytic performance and selectivity.Published research findings in high-impact journals, significantly advancing knowledge in material science, catalysis, and energy-related applications.Actively collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, integrating chemistry, materials science, and engineering to achieve project objectives and drive impactful outcomes.Key Skills:Synthesis & Catalysis: Expertise in the design, synthesis, and functionalization of porous materials, including MOFs, COFs, aerogels, and mesoporous polymers, for catalytic and adsorption-based applications.Light-Mediated Reactions: Skilled in designing and executing visible light-driven CDC reactions, photocatalysis, and other photo-induced transformations for sustainable chemistry.Material Characterization: Proficient in advanced analytical techniques for porous materials, including:PXRD, NMR, UV-Vis, FTIR, BET Surface Area, Fluorescence SpectroscopyChiral HPLC, UHPLC, LC-MS, in-situ FTIR, GC-MS, ICP-MSSEM, TEM, XPS, gas adsorption (ASAP 2020)Method Development: Strong capability in developing, optimizing, and scaling up reaction methodologies to improve efficiency and reproducibility.Data Analysis & Technical Writing: Adept at interpreting complex datasets, generating structure-property relationships, and preparing high-quality technical reports, patents, and research manuscripts.
- Postdoc ResearchUppsala University2023Postdoc Research
- Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, ChemistryAcademy of Scientific and Innovative Research2021Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Chemistry
- Master of ChemistryDr. B.R. Ambedkar University Agra2012Master of Science , Organic Chemistry
- Bachelor of ScienceKirori Mal College, University of Delhi2009Bachelor of Science, Life Science
- High School Diploma, Physics, Chemistry, and BiologyCentral Board of Secondary Education Indira Memorial Public Senior Secondary School2005High School Diploma, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology