Open To Work
Dr. Bhargav Raval
Jamnagar
Summary
Materials Scientist with over 4 years of post-Ph.D. expertise in nanomaterial synthesis, polymer nanocomposites, and advanced characterization techniques such as AFM, FE-SEM, XRD, GC-MS, and electrochemical analysis. Proven ability to translate complex material science concepts into scalable, high-performance solutions tailored for both research and industrial applications. Combines deep scientific knowledge with strategic problem-solving to drive innovation and deliver measurable technical improvements.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Materials Engineer : Work-from-Home
Infinita Lab Inc.
Jamnagar
05.2025 - Current
- Drive end-to-end project management for advanced materials testing, including requirement analysis, method selection, lab coordination, and technical interpretation of results. Act as a bridge between clients and laboratories, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and high-quality technical outcomes.At Infinita Lab Inc., I collaborate with clients to deliver customized materials engineering solutions that align with their technical and commercial goals.
- Lead projects focused on material selection, development, and performance optimization, bridging technical expertise with client needs to drive innovation and ensure project success.
- Manage US-based client accounts by translating material testing requirements into tailored technical solutions.
- Drive inbound project coordination from requirement analysis through to successful execution.
- Serve as a liaison between clients and global laboratories to guarantee clarity, accuracy, and timely delivery.
- Support consultative sales efforts and proactively identify opportunities for account growth.
- Apply industry standards (ASTM, ISO, MIL) across mechanical, chemical, and failure analysis domains. innovation and ensure successful project outcomes.
Sr. Technical Consultant
Shivam Energy & Infrastructure LLP
09.2024 - Current
- Develop innovative solutions for sustainable energy practices with scientific real time analysis.
Research Scientist : Sensors & Analytics
Kozhnosys Pvt. Ltd.
Pune
07.2021 - 07.2023
- As a Research Scientist, I designed, developed, and optimized advanced sensors using specialty and molecularly imprinted polymers.
- Managed sensor characterization and data analysis, ensuring compliance with industry standards to maintain quality and reliability.
- Gained hands-on experience with GC-MS workstation for volatile organic compound (VOC) detection and analysis, performing sample preparation, method development, calibration, and data interpretation to enhance sensor performance.
- Focused on innovating sensor technology through collaboration and experimentation, producing technical reports to communicate findings effectively.
Reasearch Associate
Kozhnosys Pvt. Ltd.
Pune
07.2021 - 07.2023
- Led the design and optimization of advanced sensors using specialty and molecularly imprinted polymers, driving innovation in sensor technology.
- Directed sensor characterization and performance analysis to improve accuracy and ensure industry compliance.
- Operated GC-MS workstation for volatile organic compound (VOC) detection, including sample preparation and calibration.
- Organized datasets and authored technical reports to support strategic decision-making.
- Developed sensors for targeted applications at Kozhnosys Pvt. Ltd., enhancing performance through polymer engineering.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) - Nanoscience
School of Nano Sciences, Central University of Gujarat
India01.2021
Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.) - Nanoscience
School of Nano Sciences, Central University of Gujarat
India01.2016
Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Materials Science
Department of Materials Science, Sardar Patel University
India01.2011
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Chemistry
D.K.V. Arts and Science College, Saurashtra University
India01.2011
Skills
- Nanomaterials
- R&D
- Polymer Chemistry
- Electrochemistry
- Sensors: Point-of-Care Detection
- Flexible Electronics: Fabrication
- Hands-on: FTIR
- Hands-on: Raman Sp
- Hands-on: XRD
- Hands-on: AFM
- Hands-on: FESEM
- Materials Engineering & Data Analysis
- Polymer processing
- Materials development
- Problem solving
Projects
- Graphene-based materials for flexible electronics, University Grant Commission (UGC), India, 2016 - 2021
- MIP polymer coating for piezoelectric crystal used in early-stage breast detection device, Bharat Seats Ltd., CSR grant, India, Principle Investigator, 2023 - 2024
Publications
Research Articles:
- Impact of newly synthesized water-soluble photoluminescent ZnS-L-Cysteine: core-shell nanoparticles in defining the in-situ optoelectronic orbital model, Vaishali Shukla, Bhargav Raval and Man Singh Advanced Materials Letters, 8, 2, 156-162, 2017, 10.5185/amlett.2017.7078, IF-2.4
- Synthesis of exfoliated multilayer graphene and its putative interactions with SARS-CoV-2 virus investigated through computational studies, Bhargav Raval, Amit Kumar Srivastav, Sanjeev K. Gupta, Umesh Kumar, S. K. Mahapatra, P. N. Gajjar & I. BanerjeeJournal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics, 40, 2, 712-721, 2020, 10.1080/07391102.2020.1817788, IF-4.4
- Enhanced capacitive behavior of graphene nanoplatelets embedded epoxy nanocomposite,Bhargav Raval, P. D. Sahare, Santosh Kumar Mahapatra and Indrani Banerjee, Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics, 32, 4, 4034-4044, 2021, 10.1007/s10854-020-05145-1, IF-2.8
- Surface-modified transition metal ions doped ZnS nanoparticles using silica nanoshell: Structural, morphological, optical, and electrical properties analysis. Vaishali Shukla, Bhargav Raval, Rakesh M Rawal and Man Singh Journal of Molecular Structure; Review completed; Manuscript ID: MOLSTRUC-S-24-02554
- Enhanced Structural, Morphological and Electrical properties of ZnS nanoparticles facile by CTAB. Vaishali Shukla, Bhargav Raval and Man Singh. Materials Today Communication; Under review; Manuscript ID: NXMATE-S-24-00315
Review Articles:
- A perspective on the concept of doped ZnS-SiO2 core/shell photoluminescent nanostructure for photodetector application. Vaishali Shukla, Bhargav Raval and Man Singh. Next Nanotechnology, Under review, Manuscript id: NXNANO-D-24-00107
Book Chapters :
- Chapter-15: Functionalized graphene nanocomposites in gas sensing. Bhargav Raval and Indrani Banerjee Book- Functionalized graphene-based nanocomposite and its derivatives; Elsevier, Pages 295-317 (2018); DOI: 10.1016/B978-0-12-814548-7.00015-5
- Chapter-13: Role of nanocomposites in future nanoelectronics information storage devices. Vaishali Shukla, Bhargav Raval, Sachin Mishra, and Man Singh. Book- Nanoelectronics: Devices, circuits and systems; Elsevier, Pages 399-431 (2019); DOI: 10.1016/B978-0-12-8133538.00011-7
- Chapter-12: Processing of graphene oxide for enhanced electrical properties. Bhargav Raval, S. K. Mahapatra, and Indrani Banerjee. Book- Advanced battery materials; Wiley, Pages 613-644 (2019); DOI: 10.1002/9781119407713.ch12
Affiliations
- International Association of Advanced Materials (IAAM), Sweden, Life Membership, 2016
- American Nano Society, USA, Life Membership, 2022
Accomplishments
- GATE Qualified, 2013, All India Rank - 476
- Qualified Central Universities Common Entrance Test (CU-CET), 2013
Extracurricular Activities
7th Annual Sports Meet, Central Universities of Gujarat, India, 2014, First Runners up - Chess 10th Annual Sports Meet, Central Universities of Gujarat, India, 2018, First Runners up - Carrom Mix Doubles 10th Annual Sports Meet, Central Universities of Gujarat, India, 2018, Second Runners up - Chess
Languages
- English, professional proficiency
- Hindi, bilingual proficiency
- Gujarati, Native
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 11/30/89
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
References
- Prof. (Dr.) Man Singh, Professor, School of Chemical Sciences, Central University of Gujarat, Gandhinagar, +91-94086 35094, mansingh50@hotmail.com, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, Gujarat, 382 030
- Dr. Hitesh Kulhari, Associate Professor, School of Nano Sciences, Central University of Gujarat, Gandhinagar, +91-94947 51080, hitesh.kulhari@cug.ac.in, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, Gujarat, 382 030
Work Preference
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Full TimeLocation Preference
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₹0/yr - ₹200000/yrTimeline
Senior Materials Engineer : Work-from-Home
Infinita Lab Inc.
05.2025 - Current
Sr. Technical Consultant
Shivam Energy & Infrastructure LLP
09.2024 - Current
Reasearch Associate
Kozhnosys Pvt. Ltd.
07.2021 - 07.2023
Research Scientist : Sensors & Analytics
Kozhnosys Pvt. Ltd.
07.2021 - 07.2023
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) - Nanoscience
School of Nano Sciences, Central University of Gujarat
Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.) - Nanoscience
School of Nano Sciences, Central University of Gujarat
Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Materials Science
Department of Materials Science, Sardar Patel University
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Chemistry
D.K.V. Arts and Science College, Saurashtra University