Thushara Gunda
About Thushara Gunda
Thushara Gunda is a Principal Member of Technical Staff at Sandia National Laboratories, with a background in environmental engineering and consulting.
Current Role at Sandia National Laboratories
Thushara Gunda currently serves as the Principal Member of Technical Staff at Sandia National Laboratories. Her tenure in this role commenced in 2021. In this capacity, she contributes to key projects and initiatives within the laboratory, applying her expertise in environmental engineering and interdisciplinary research.
Previous Positions at Sandia National Laboratories
Before assuming her current role, Thushara Gunda was the Senior Member of Technical Staff at Sandia National Laboratories from 2018 to 2021. She also worked as a Graduate Student Intern at Sandia from 2016 to 2017 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. These roles helped her develop a strong foundation in technical and scientific research.
Educational Background
Thushara Gunda has an extensive educational background in environmental engineering and sciences. She earned her Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering from Vanderbilt University between 2014 and 2017. Prior to that, she completed her Master of Science in Environmental Engineering at Vanderbilt University from 2012 to 2014. Thushara also holds a B.Sc. and B.A. in Environmental Sciences and Environmental Thought & Practice from the University of Virginia, completed between 2006 and 2010.
Professional Experience in Environmental Research
Thushara Gunda has a wealth of experience in environmental research and consulting. She worked as an Assistant Project Scientist at Weston Solutions, Inc. in Austin, TX from 2010 to 2012. Additionally, she has held roles as an Environmental Compliance Intern at the County of Albemarle, General Services Department, and as a Hydrology Researcher at the University of Virginia's EVSC Department from 2008 to 2010.
Interdisciplinary Research Interests
Thushara Gunda's research focuses on the intersection of water, food, energy, and waste resources. She engages in interdisciplinary studies, contributing significantly to her field. Her research work can be accessed through Sandia and Publons webpages, providing valuable insights into her contributions and findings.