David H.

David H. is a Senior Staff Scientist in Coatings at Ashland since October 2020, leading product development projects focusing on specialty ingredients for architectural and industrial coatings. Prior to this role, David served as a Staff Scientist specializing in Synthetic Polymer Chemistry, emphasizing polysaccharide chemistry and novel polymer synthesis. David holds a PhD in Materials Science & Engineering from Drexel University, where also acted as a Graduate Student and PhD Candidate, contributing to various research initiatives. Earlier roles include Technical Initiatives Developer at The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, where David managed significant projects and led strategic planning efforts, and experience in R&D and analytical testing in various industries, including household adhesives and cosmetics production. David earned a B.S. in Biochemistry from Geneva College.