Deeksha Gupta
About Deeksha Gupta
Deeksha Gupta serves as the Associate Director of Editorial, Society Programs & Services at the American Chemical Society in New Delhi, India. With a background in chemistry and extensive experience in the open access publishing landscape, she has contributed significantly to the advancement of accessible scientific knowledge.
Work at American Chemical Society
Deeksha Gupta serves as the Associate Director for Editorial, Society Programs & Services in India at the American Chemical Society. She has held this position since 2019, contributing to the organization's mission of advancing the knowledge and practice of chemistry. In her role, she focuses on editorial strategies and the development of society programs that enhance scientific communication and collaboration.
Previous Experience in Editorial Roles
Prior to her current role, Deeksha Gupta worked as the Managing Editor at the American Chemical Society from 2016 to 2019. She also served as an Editorial Development Executive at the Royal Society of Chemistry from 2014 to 2016. Her experience in these positions has equipped her with a deep understanding of the editorial processes within scientific publishing.
Education and Expertise
Deeksha Gupta holds a Ph.D. in Polymer Nanocomposite Membranes for Fuel Cell Applications from the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, completed between 2007 and 2012. She also obtained a Master of Science in Organic Chemistry from Aligarh Muslim University from 2004 to 2006, and a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry (Hons) from Women's College, AMU, from 2001 to 2004. Her academic background supports her expertise in the open access publishing landscape.
Background in Research and Development
Before her editorial roles, Deeksha Gupta worked as a Research Consultant at Momentive from 2012 to 2013. She also completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the Research Foundation of The City University of New York from 2013 to 2014. This combination of research and editorial experience has allowed her to build a strong scientific network and develop strategic partnerships within the STM publishing industry.
Skills in Stakeholder Management
Deeksha Gupta possesses strong skills in managing multiple stakeholders, particularly in international development and strategic partnerships. Her excellent interpersonal skills facilitate effective collaboration across various departments, including publishing, sales, and marketing. This ability to engage with diverse groups enhances her contributions to the scientific community.