Olivia Chacko

- Prepare and formulate catalytic inks used for coating trials and product validation. - Handle the wet-chemical synthesis and ultrasonic dispersion processes needed to make Pt–Co and carbon supported catalysts for fuel cells. - Operate and calibrate core lab equipment, focusing heavily on Carbolite-Gero thermal furnaces and mass flow controllers (MFCs). - Operate thermal treatments and pyrolysis under specific gas atmospheres (N2, air and H2), using FlowVision and Eurotherm to tightly control temperature a

- Synthesis of PMMA-PAN block copolymers via controlled ATRP and RAFT polymerization techniques. - Fabrication of nanofibers using electrospinning, optimizing parameters for uniform fibre morphology. - Carbonization of fibre to obtain porous carbon nanostructures with potential to enhance catalyst loading and gas diffusion. - Characterization of polymer architecture through GPC (Gel Permeation Chromatography), SEM ( Scanning Electron Microscopy) and NMR analysis.

- Designed and fabricated high-performance GDEs (Gas Diffusion Electrodes) using single-phase horizontal electrospinning. - Electrochemical metal deposition of platinum catalysts on support materials such as carbon black and nitrogen-doped silicon carbon nitride (NSiCN) via electrospinning. - Examined surface morpholpogy of the fabricated electrodes using Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) to troubleshoot fabrication inconsistency.

- Provided technical support and troubleshooting for laboratory operations involving the 3D printing of microstructures.

-Experience in plant operations which includes Electrolysis, Vacuum Crystallization and Electrolyte treatment using ion-exchange resin column. -Acquainted with Distributive Control Systems (DCS) mode of operation. -Involvement in the entire production processes of Caustic Soda (175 TPD), HCL Synthesis (150 TPD), Sodium Chlorate (5 TPD). -Monitoring of critical functions for the smooth running of the production units.

-Gained hands-on experience with core unit operations, including purification, electrolysis, ion-exchange, and vacuum crystallization. -Assisted in routine monitoring of chemical processes and supported plant operation under engineer supervision. -Developed basic understanding of safety protocols, process documentation, and industrial workflow.