My academic formation has been shaped by a fascination with understanding the interplay between materials and living systems. I began my scientific pursuits with a degree in fundamental science from University of Mumbai, where I first cultivated an appreciation for the functional design and specificity that govern biological systems. This curiosity, nurtured further by the seminal works of Richard Feynman, evolved into a sustained desire to explore how materials could be deliberately engineered at the nanoscale to interface with and modulate biological phenomena. Pursuing this interest, I undertook a Master of Science in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology at the National Center for Nanosciences and Nanotechnology, University of Mumbai, graduating with the highest distinction as the University Gold Medallist.

During my master’s research, I focused on developing nano-bioactive material-reinforced polymeric scaffolds for soft tissue engineering, addressing the critical need for multifunctional biomaterials in clinical applications. My work involved optimizing the structural and mechanical properties of nanocomposites to enhance their biological functionality. In parallel, I investigated mesoporous bioactive glasses for targeted drug delivery, an experience that deepened my understanding of material–biological interactions and solidified my ongoing interest in regenerative medicine. Following my postgraduate studies, I effectuated my career in industry as a Technical Associate in the Research and Innovation Cell of NanoQuinn, a nanotech company in Mumbai, India. I contributed to the development of nano-functionalized coatings for asset protection and preservation for industrial applications. This experience allowed me to translate lab-scale science into tangible, real-world solutions, sharpening both my technical toolkit and my problem-solving instincts.

At FunGlass, my doctoral research is centred on the design and fabrication of bioactive glass scaffolds, developed through additive manufacturing for bone regeneration. The project aims to create multifunctional biomaterials that can effectively balance mechanical strength with biological performance, offering new directions in tissue repair and regeneration. Through this work, I aspire to contribute to the advancement of bioinspired materials that transcend boundaries between biology and engineering, aligning with FunGlass’s mission of integrating functionality and innovation in glass and biomaterial research.

Dissertation topic: Therapeutic Ion-Doped Nanoparticle Infused Bioactive Glass Scaffolds with Tunable Textural Properties for Enhanced Bone Regeneration

Supervisor:  Dr. Si Chen (FunGlass TnUAD, Slovakia)

Department: Dept. Of Biomaterials

Beginning of study: 07-10-2025

Date of dissertation exam: (if you know it): TBA