Andriy Shkilnyy, PhD
About Andriy Shkilnyy, PhD
Andriy Shkilnyy, PhD, is an NPI Scientist with extensive experience in nanoparticle synthesis and surface modification. He has worked at various academic and industrial institutions, including the University of Tours and Université de Sherbrooke, and currently serves at KDC since 2012.
Work at KDC/One
Andriy Shkilnyy has been employed at KDC as a New Product Introduction (NPI) Scientist since 2012. In this role, he focuses on the development and introduction of new products, leveraging his extensive background in polymer chemistry and physical chemistry. His responsibilities include providing technical support and development for cleaning and sanitation procedures in manufacturing environments. He has also managed a compounder team during pilot, trial, and validation stages, ensuring effective collaboration and project execution.
Education and Expertise
Andriy Shkilnyy holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Polymer Chemistry and Physical Chemistry from Université de Fribourg/Universität Freiburg, where he studied from 2002 to 2006. He also earned a Master's degree in Inorganic Chemistry and Surface Chemistry from Kyiv National Taras Shevchenko University, completing his studies from 1996 to 2001. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in the synthesis and surface modification of nanoparticles, as well as the preparation of inorganic/polymer composite materials.
Background in Research and Development
Prior to his current role at KDC, Andriy Shkilnyy worked as a Research Engineer at the University of Tours for nine months in 2008-2009. He then served as a Postdoctoral Fellow at Université de Sherbrooke from 2009 to 2012. His research experience includes conducting physical chemistry experiments with cell culture lines such as HUVECs and INS-1, and performing detailed physicochemical characterization of polymers and composite materials.
Technical Skills and Tools
Andriy Shkilnyy possesses extensive experience in utilizing a wide range of physical chemistry tools for analysis. His expertise includes techniques such as Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA), Isothermal Titration Calorimetry (ITC), Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), and various other analytical methods. He also employs statistical tools like Minitab for process analysis and control, enhancing the precision and reliability of his work.
Experience in Manufacturing and Equipment
Andriy Shkilnyy has intensive experience with both lab and manufacturing scale equipment. His expertise includes operating various types of mixers, pumps, and homogenizers, which are essential for the development and production of composite materials. This hands-on experience contributes to his ability to manage processes effectively during the pilot, trial, and validation stages of product development.