Thanmaya Arunkumar

Thanmaya Arunkumar is an EngD Researcher at Procter & Gamble, focusing on the interaction between sustainable compounds and hair surfaces to enhance sustainability technologies. Prior experience includes a role as a Laboratory Assistant at Pipeline Organics, optimizing bioelectrode performance and analyzing experimental data. Thanmaya also served as a Student Research Assistant at Manipal Institute of Technology, conducting research on antibacterial Metal-Organic Frameworks for masks, and completed industrial training as an Engineering Trainee at Mangalore Refinery & Petrochemicals LTD. Additional positions include an internship with the Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers, focusing on MATLAB and CHEMCAD, leadership in volunteer initiatives, and artistic contributions to MANIPAL DIGEST and ManipalBlog.com. Thanmaya holds an Engineering Doctorate in Formulation Engineering from the University of Birmingham, along with a Master's degree in Advanced Chemical Engineering with Formulation and a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.