Merin Joseph, PhD — Operations Associate

**Experience** Dedicated and innovative nanomaterials/biomaterials researcher with a deep passion for chemistry and a robust 5-year track record in the field. My expertise encompasses a wide spectrum, involving synthesis, functionalization and characterization of various nanomaterials, including optically active nanomaterials for cancer theranostics, biosensing as well as other biomedical applications. Specializing in various spectroscopic and other characterization techniques, I bring hands-on experience in bottom-up nanomaterial synthesis (chemical reduction, sol-gel, co-precipitation, micro wave assisted route) and functionalization of nanoparticles viz., metal nanoclusters, nanorods, quantum dots, nanofibers, metal oxide nanoparticles, and nanopigments for desired applications, cell culture (L929, HeLa and SHSY-5Y), UV-visible and FT-IR spectrophotometers, Fluorimeter, DLS for particle size as well as zeta potential measurements, Electrospinning and SEM. **Education ** Ph.D. graduate in Materials Science and Engineering from the National Institute of Technology Calicut. My research endeavors have manifested in 4 impactful journal publications, 2 book chapters and ongoing collaborative projects. I have completed my UG and PG in Chemistry from colleges affiliated with MGU, Kerala. **Key Strengths** - Adept at technical writing, proposal, and grant writing - Proficient in project management, and fostering teamwork - Demonstrated leadership through coordinating a national conference and editors of college newsletters and magazines - Mentorship: Guided 8 master’s and bachelor’s students during their dissertations and internships **Let’s Connect!** I am enthusiastic about collaborating with institutions and researchers to make meaningful contributions to the fields of biomaterials and nanotechnology. If you are seeking a committed and innovative professional, I would be delighted to connect and discuss potential opportunities.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a researcher in the Healthcare sector focusing on nanotechnology and biomaterials.

Location: Kottayam, Kerala, India

Experience: 6 yrs 5 mos