Thowfik Salam
About Thowfik Salam
Thowfik Salam is a Community Associate at the American Chemical Society and a Master's Thesis Project student in the Organic Chemistry Division at IIT Madras. He has a strong academic background in chemistry and a keen interest in organic synthesis, particularly in stereoselective and metal-mediated synthesis.
Work at American Chemical Society
Thowfik Salam has been employed as a Community Associate at the American Chemical Society since 2020. In this role, he engages with various community initiatives and supports the organization’s mission to advance the knowledge and practice of chemistry. His work contributes to fostering a collaborative environment for chemists and promoting the importance of chemistry in society.
Education and Expertise
Thowfik Salam is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Chemistry at the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, from 2022 to 2024. He previously completed an Integrated Interdisciplinary MS program with a specialization in chemistry at Mahatma Gandhi University, where he studied from 2018 to 2022. His academic background provides a strong foundation in organic chemistry, with a focus on stereoselective synthesis and metal-mediated reactions.
Background in Teaching and Research
Thowfik Salam has experience in teaching as a Faculty member for Organic Chemistry at Benzil since 2022. He also serves as a Student Intern at Mahatma Gandhi University and works as a Q&A expert at Chegg India. His research experience includes a summer internship at Osaka University in 2021 and a summer internship at IISER Kolkata, where he gained practical skills in organic synthesis and characterization.
Research Interests and Projects
Thowfik Salam has a keen interest in various areas of organic chemistry, including stereoselective synthesis, metal-mediated and metal-free synthesis, and biomimetic synthesis. He is currently working on metal-catalyzed asymmetric synthesis and annulation reactions through C-H activation under the guidance of Prof. M Jeganmohan. His aspirations include building a research-oriented career in organic synthesis and teaching.