Honey Gupta

Project title- Synthesis-processing-property relationship of aerogels derived from canola protein and their use in the delivery of bioactive compounds.

• Reviewed relevant literature regularly to stay current on emerging trends in materials science, informing future research projects.
• Planned laboratory experiments to confirm feasibility of processes and techniques to produce materials with specific characteristics.
• Optimized manufacturing processes through selection and testing of appropriate raw materials.
• Designed and optimised supercritical dryer to manufacture aerogels.
• Improved material properties by conducting thorough experiments.
• Maintained laboratory equipment to ensure accurate data collection during experimentation, improving overall research quality.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams.
• Published research output in peer-reviewed international scientific journal (Polymer testing, impact factor-5.1), and presented posters, and scientific talks at international symposiums.

Worked with Mechanical Engineering students in tutorials and laboratory demonstrations.

• Mentored new graduate teaching assistants, providing guidance on best practices and classroom management strategies.
• Developed strong rapport with students through open communication channels, fostering inclusive learning environment.
• Provided timely and constructive feedback on assignments, enabling students to refine their work and achieve higher grades.

In this diverse role, I refined my organisational and teamwork abilities while contributing to the success of a globally acclaimed sporting event.

• Managed to coordinate with workforce logistics, vendor contracts and assisting with venue preparations.
• Contributed to positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
• Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
• Developed and maintained filing systems to facilitate easy access to information.

Project title- Antimicrobial protein aerogels.

• Conducted literature reviews to inform experimental design and contextualize project within broader scientific field.
• Increased accuracy of experimental results by following established protocols and maintaining clean laboratory environment.
• Facilitated communication between team members by regularly attending meetings and providing updates on project progress.
• Presented research findings at end-of-summer symposium, effectively communicating complex concepts to non-scientific audience members.
• Exhibited excellent problem-solving skills by identifying potential issues in experimental design and proposing appropriate solutions to maintain project integrity.

Project title- Carbon-based 2D hybrid materials for energy storage applications.

• Conducted extensive background research on project topics to identify gaps in existing knowledge and inform study design choices.
• Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new techniques or methodologies as required meeting project goals.
• Maintained accurate records of experimental procedures, observations, and results to ensure data integrity and facilitate knowledge sharing.
• Published multiple peer-reviewed articles in prestigious journals, showcasing significance of research contributions.
• Participated in regular lab meetings to discuss progress updates, challenges faced, and potential avenues for future investigation.
• Maintained high levels of confidentiality to protect data quality and project research.

Project title- Study of electrical properties of nickle titanate for fuel cell applications.

• Maintained detailed records of experimental procedures and results using electronic lab notebooks for easy reference by other researchers.
• Enhanced research efficiency by streamlining data collection processes and implementing advanced analytical tools.
• Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
• Published results in peer-reviewed journal (Springer-Ionics, impact factor-3), showcasing key findings and advancing scientific understanding.

Project title- Catalytic properties of zinc oxide nanoparticles.

• Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while consistently meeting deadlines under high-pressure situations during internship period.
• Maintained strong work ethic and positive attitude throughout summer internship program, earning recognition from supervisors for outstanding performance and commitment to team success.
• Developed comprehensive reports detailing project progress and outcomes, facilitating informed decision-making processes.