Work Experience
University at Albany
January 2021- Present
Graduate Researcher
- Design synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials as electrocatalysts for photo & electrochemical water splitting.
- Study on the effects of electrolyte and ionomer interaction on catalyst surfaces of AEM electrolyzer using Ion beam techniques.
Electrochemical Research Intern
- Conceive, research, develop, and execute electrochemical experiments to enhance the understanding and efficiency of water electrolysis. Identify and address conversion limitations to improve electrolyzer performance.
- Specialize in advanced electroanalytical techniques, including in-situ Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy, to evaluate mechanisms during various operating modes.
- Develop electrochemical test strategies to assess long-term degradation mechanisms, applying theoretical and experimental knowledge to interpret data.
Ohmium
July 2024- Jan 2025
Menlo Micro
June – August 2022
Reliability Test Intern
Adapted wire bonding for MEMS switching devices and tested failure modes of the switches with time to study the mechanical effects like creep, etc.
Graduate Assistant
- Surveyed silicon thin films on metal substrates by RAMAN spectroscopy to study the effects of crystallization
- Researched on flattening metal substrates using hot-press and explored analogous metal wafer properties.
- Operated PECVD for the deposition of SiO2 thin films on metal substrate for modified wafer properties.
LUX Semiconductors
January 2022- August 2023
Vayujal Technologies
October – December 2020
Quality Associate
- Optimization of mineral salts to increase the ionic content of water for portable water application.
- Procured necessary items and helped in assembling 150L atmospheric water generator.
- Inspected water quality of produced water from AWG and systematized testing protocol.
Project Intern
- Reviewed literature on advanced functional materials for water splitting application.
- Involved in the electrospinning of metal doped carbon nanofibers for electrode fabrication.
- Evaluated the electrocatalysts for electrochemical application using different potentiometric techniques
Hanyang University
January – March 2020
IIT Madras
June – August 2018
Summer Intern
- Reviewed literature on different synthesis techniques and characterization of nanomaterials
- Collaborated with the lab mates in synthesis and helped in characterizing orthorhombic MoO3 nanoparticles.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Nanoscale Engineering
2021- Present
University at Albany (SUNY)
Master of Science (M.S.)
Nanoscale Engineering
2021- 2023
SUNY Polytechnic Institute
Bachelor of Technology (B. Tech)
Nanotechnology
2016- 2020
SRM IST