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DEEPESH KUMAR

Purdue University West Lafayette, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, University of Delhi

ORCID iD 0000-0001-6346-0504
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About

Hi! I am a second-year graduate student at PURDUE interested in research at the intersection of chemistry and medicine. Organic synthesis, catalysis. During my undergraduate studies, I obtained some research experience, which allowed me to explore numerous topics and narrow down my interests in preparation for my graduate studies. In the days ahead, I am looking forward to exciting opportunities to learn and grow as a researcher and comprehensively contribute to potential research in this sector. Aside from that, I am a group leader and a culture buff. Interacting with others, listening to their tales, and gaining inspiration for my journeys are some of my favorite things to do!

• Expertise in total synthesis/multistep synthesis of biologically active natural products.
• Experienced handling highly moisture- and air-sensitive organometallic reagents with all safety precautions.
• Excellent skills in the design of synthetic routes for complex target molecules and small molecules, purification techniques, and correct data interpretation using NMR, LCMS, IR, Mass, and HPLC.
• Sound knowledge of synthetic chemistry and demonstrated ability to produce structurally diverse compounds, including heterocycles and macrolides, on a milligram scale.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Quick learning ability and adaptability.
Experience in carrying out multi-step synthesis of organic molecules from milligram to gram scales.
• Characterizing organic molecules using NMR, MASS, HPLC, IR, and GC data.
• Literature search from chemical abstracts, journals, and patents.
• Profound efficiency in the handling of hygroscopic, air-sensitive reagents and reactions.
• Acquainted with synthetic laboratory set-ups and instrumentation like microwaves and combi flash companions.
• Well acquainted with ChemDraw, making project reports and literature searches using Sci-Finder.
Skilled in Microsoft Word, Communication, Great Personality, Public Speaking, and Teamwork. Strong professional with a Master of Science - MS in chemistry from the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi.

Employment

  • Purdue University West Lafayette Graduate Research assistant
    2023 - 2028
  • Indian Institute of Technology Delhi Msc Project Student
    2021 - 2023

Education

  • Purdue University West Lafayette Ph.D. Chemistry
    2023 - 2028
  • Indian Institute of Technology Delhi MS Chemistry
    2021 - 2023
  • University of Delhi BS Chemistry
    2018 - 2021

Projects & Funding

Projects & funding information is unavailable.

Publications (2)