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Invent and co-invent 15 custom application technology test instruments and analysis methods, facilitating the validation of application properties for successful commercial product launches. Manage the application of three global product portfolios across North America, South America, Europe, and ANZ, designing and executing robustness tests, competitive product comparisons, and regional product application practices analysis. Train over 100 external customers, internal stakeholders, and industry partners annually, with a strong digital presence including 24+ corporate scientific training and product videos published on YouTube and other platforms. Created 12 internal invention disclosures, resulting in six granted patents/applications and over 180 global filings, and author/co-author 20 scientific papers, presentations, and posters.

Indianapolis, Indiana

Indianapolis, Indiana

Lead R&D portfolio for the global Turf and Ornamental business, developing technical strategies and coordinating with regulatory, marketing, and supply chain teams. Played a key role in the development/successful launch of 13 products, focusing on EC, GR, ME, SC, SL, and WDG herbicide formulations, including low-drift technology. Developed test instrumentation and analytical procedures for spray droplet size distribution, enabling the registration of the first EPA-recognized low-drift herbicide formulation. Innovated small-volume radiolabeled formulation techniques, reducing time and cost by over 60%.

Indianapolis, Indiana

Developed and implemented key methods for measuring spray drift, significantly advancing the development of low-drift pesticide formulations. Specialized in the design and preparation of various pesticide formulations, focusing on herbicide molecules 2,4-D and glyphosate.

Master Of Science - Ms, Applied Data Science

Bachelor'S Degree, Chemistry