1. Doctorate in Chemical Engineering, Groningen University, The Netherlands
2. Masters in Chemical Technology, UICT, Mumbai, India
3. Bachelors of technology, LIT, Nagpur, India
HINDUSTAN UNILEVER LIMITED, BANGALORE 2002 – Current
Senior Research Scientist – Discover Category Project Leader
Household Care Lab
Lead a team of researchers on developing disruptive low cost formulations (cheaper by at least 20% than current marketed products) to address key unmet consumer needs of Asia and Africa at a price that is affordable to the target consumers
t Developed & delivered disruptive low cost technologies for hand dish wash, kitchen and toilet cleaning suitable for bottom of pyramid consumers
t Demonstrated >1 m € savings through disruptive solutions
t Scientific expertise in processing of formulations in various formats (pastes, powders, creams and liquids)
t Built technical roadmaps and innovation funnel for Household care, ensured delivery of funnel value as per Category ambition
t Partnered with R&D disciplines to ensure a robust, safe and legal product design
t Managed category resources and category budget worth 150K m€, Improved the accuracy of budget forecasts
t Led cross-functional teams, Coached team members and built capability
t Leveraged external expertise through leading academic OI collaborations with key universities to resolve critical problems
Research Scientist / Senior Research Scientist – Technical Project Leader
Water Research Laboratory
Played a pivotal role in the development of water purification technologies
t Developed & delivered flocculation-disinfection technology, fabric and carbon based filters for removal of harmful pathogens and suspended particles, controlled and sustained delivery of micronutrients in water to business
t Built scientific expertise in modeling of depth filtration, absorption of colloidal impurities on fibrous media, modelling of flocculation process, and liquid dosing systems
t Partnered with sensory perception and behaviour team during consumer studies, understanding consumer interactions with technology, overcome their unmet needs
t Published scientific findings in key international journals
t Reviewer of various international journals
