Professional Snapshot

• Over 15 years in chemistry, materials science, Packaging and analytical methods.
- More than $200,000 secured in research funding as PI or Co-PI.
- 20+ peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, patents, and disclosures.
- 20+ validated HPLC-MS methodologies in pharmaceutical and food safety.
- Proven leadership in building analytical labs and guiding technical teams.
- Mentored over 100 students, now thriving in prestigious research and industry roles.
- Bridged laboratory research and commercial viability

EDUCATION
• PhD, Chemistry and Biochemistry, Arizona State University, 2009-2015
• M.Sc., Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Madras, 2007-2009
• B.Sc. (Honors), Chemistry (Major), University of Calcutta, 2004-2007

PATENTS AND INVENTION DISCLOSURES
• Therapeutic compounds, United States Patent- US 20180319751 A1
• Development of an Economically Viable Environmentally Friendly Labelling Adhesive for PET Packages. T2023-022
• Water-based, plant-based, sustainable coating material for packaging and other applications. T2024-140
• Sustainable, water-based, washing solutions for cleaning pesticide delivery hoses. T2025-044
• Burnt cooking-oil and FDCA based bio-derived materials and coating formulation. T2025-045