Sonal Gahlawat

R & d Scientist @Johnson & Johnson MedTech

Raritan, NJ, US

Contractor via Astrix Technology GroupNew Product Development, Biosurgery- Fabricate prototypes of hemostats/sealant products for multiple indications, continuously refining product designs based on performance data and stakeholder input to enhance functionality and usability- Design, develop, and execute feasibility studies of hemostats/sealant prototypes to evaluate their performance, ensuring they meet clinical needs and product design specifications- Lead the innovation of next-generation technologies by developing and testing novel hemostats/sealant prototypes, identifying distinctive polymers to drive advanced product development- Author technical documents, including presentations, reports, method development protocols, and technical summaries- Conducting cytotoxicity assays per ISO 10993-5 guidelines to evaluate cell viability, adhesion, and proliferation across multiple hemostats/sealant prototypes- Evaluating and refining raw materials in accordance with FDA guidelines to establish acceptable ranges that ensure consistent product quality and performance- Collaborate with product evaluation and analytical teams to perform mechanical and functional testing, including burst pressure, delamination, and formulation analysis, to drive product optimization and ensure regulatory compliance- Led and mentored an undergraduate Co-op student in the characterization of new hemostats/sealant prototypes, emphasizing the optimization of dye concentration and intensity correlation methods to enhance quality control in manufacturing.

Air Force Bal Bharati School

High School

Rutgers University

Doctor of Philosophy - PhD

Jaypee Institute Of Information Technology

Bachelor’s Degree

Rice University

Master’s Degree