Ashwini Ranade
About Ashwini Ranade
Ashwini Ranade is an Associate Scientist with expertise in organic synthesis and drug development. She holds a Master of Science in Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry from Rutgers University and has experience in both academic and industry settings.
Work at Wave Life Sciences
Currently, Ashwini Ranade serves as an Associate Scientist at Wave Life Sciences. Since joining the company in 2019, she has contributed to various projects in the field of drug development. Her role involves applying her expertise in organic synthesis and compound characterization to advance the company's research initiatives. Ashwini's work is focused on developing innovative therapeutic solutions, leveraging her background in medicinal chemistry.
Education and Expertise
Ashwini Ranade holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry from Rutgers University, where she studied from 2015 to 2018. Prior to that, she earned a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Pharmaceutical Sciences from the Institute of Chemical Technology, completing her studies from 2011 to 2015. Her education has equipped her with a strong foundation in pharmaceutical sciences, organic synthesis, and drug discovery methodologies.
Background in Research
Before her current role, Ashwini gained valuable research experience as a Graduate Researcher at Rutgers University from 2015 to 2018. During this time, she focused on multi-step organic synthesis and gained practical hands-on experience in laboratory practices. Additionally, she completed a one-month internship as an API Manufacturing and Quality Control Intern at Cipla Ltd in 2013, where she was exposed to the pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
Technical Skills and Techniques
Ashwini possesses expertise in various analytical techniques essential for compound characterization, including Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR), Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS), and High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC). She has independently implemented procedures for the synthesis of drug intermediates on a gram scale and has developed kilogram-scale synthesis processes for cannabinoids such as CBG and CBN. Her skills also extend to computer-aided drug discovery and chemical reaction engineering.
Achievements in Organic Synthesis
Throughout her career, Ashwini has made significant contributions to the field of organic synthesis. She has developed and optimized processes for synthesizing drug intermediates and cannabinoids, demonstrating her ability to work on complex chemical reactions. Her hands-on experience in multi-step organic synthesis and adherence to safe laboratory practices have been critical to her success in research and development roles.