Aruni Gankanda
About Aruni Gankanda
Aruni Gankanda is a scientist at Bristol Myers Squibb in Summit, New Jersey, with a background in chemical engineering and material science.
Current Position at Bristol Myers Squibb
Aruni Gankanda currently works as a Scientist at Bristol Myers Squibb based in Summit, New Jersey, United States. At Bristol Myers Squibb, Aruni applies expertise in scientific research to contribute to innovative projects and initiatives within the organization. The role involves collaboration with teams to drive advancements in the pharmaceutical industry.
Previous Experience at Celgene
Aruni Gankanda worked as a Scientist at Celgene in 2019. During the eight-month tenure in Summit, New Jersey, Aruni was involved in various scientific research projects, contributing to the organization's development efforts. This role provided significant experience in the pharmaceutical sector, further enriching Aruni's professional portfolio.
Postdoctoral Research Fellow at University of Arkansas
From 2017 to 2019, Aruni Gankanda served as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Arkansas. Over two years, Aruni worked on numerous research projects, contributing to the academic and practical advancements in chemical engineering. The fellowship involved in-depth research and collaboration with faculty members.
Academic Background and Ph.D. from University of Iowa
Aruni Gankanda pursued a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Chemistry at the University of Iowa from 2010 to 2016. This six-year graduate program involved extensive research, culminating in a dissertation that contributed to the field of chemistry. Prior to this, Aruni earned a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura in Sri Lanka from 2004 to 2008.
Published Research and Contributions
Aruni Gankanda has published multiple research papers in peer-reviewed journals with a focus on material science and engineering. Notably, Aruni developed a novel material that holds potential applications in renewable energy technologies. Aruni's work has been presented at the American Chemical Society (ACS) national meetings and has received a grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) for research in advanced materials.