About ME
I like to think of myself as an evidence-based science detective! I search for curiosity (and funding :D)-driven problems where the answers to the golden circle of "What? How? and Why?" are not trivial. Currently, I investigate the interfacial properties of charge-free, liquid-liquid phase separating (LLPS) synthetic polymers with Prof. Abraham Joy at the School of Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering, University of Akron. More specifically, I create solutions for unmet needs in underwater adhesive and anti-fouling applications. At the beginning of my Ph. D., my research involved identifying the thermodynamic design rationale behind designing underwater adhesive. The research led to the development of the strongest underwater adhesive ever made from single polymer formulation. We are currently engineering the adhesive for hepatic hemorrhage control. During my Ph. D., our group was asked to develop a technology to protect local (Ohio) first responders from accidental exposure to lethal opioids. Our team invented a quick, cheap, and easy-to-fabricate opioid detecting technology that is currently being explored for its marketing opportunities by ProfProtectes LLC, co-founded by Dr. Jain, Prof. Joy, and Mr. Narayanan (:D). I enjoy eating, driving, hiking, and asking questions!
Now, tell me about the fundamentals of everything! @iAmAllAdhesion
Now, tell me about the fundamentals of everything! @iAmAllAdhesion
