Saswata Gupta

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ABOUT SASWATA GUPTA

Creative and goal-oriented synthetic organic chemist with over 9 years of experience in reaction methodology, organometallic chemistry, and total synthesis. Currently serving as a Senior Research Specialist at Dow, I specialize in translating cutting-edge research into scalable, sustainable processes for commercial applications. My expertise spans innovative process development, biodegradable polymer solutions, and efficient catalyst design.Highlights of my career include- Spearheading the development of a biodegradable cleaning polymer with enhanced low-temperature efficiency, generating significant annual business potential- Engineering scalable synthetic routes for vinyl benzyl chloride with high selectivity for downstream applications- Achieving significant progress toward the first total synthesis of Herquline A, a strained pentacyclic piperazine alkaloid with promising antiviral and antithrombotic properties, showcasing expertise in handling complex molecular architectures- Innovating fast-initiating alkene-chelated ruthenium alkylidene catalysts and recyclable ruthenabenzene catalysts, advancing sustainable catalytic processes, and contributing to mechanistic studies through pseudo-2D NMR.I am passionate about advancing impactful research, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and delivering high-impact solutions aligned with sustainable goals. Additionally, I thrive in roles that demand leadership, scientific communication, and optimization of chemical processes.Let’s connect to explore opportunities in sustainable chemistry innovation, advanced material development, and process optimization!