I am an atmospheric chemist recognized for my expertise in developing advanced offline protocols for analysing atmospheric organic aerosols using mass spectrometry techniques (target and non-target screening approaches). My extensive international experience, which includes undergraduate and master’s studies in India, a PhD in France, and postdoctoral research in the USA, has significantly broadened my expertise and perspective.
My research focuses on enhancing methodologies for analysing organic aerosols to ensure the production of high-quality data that supports advances in understanding aerosol formation and their impacts on air quality, climate, and health. I lead initiatives to improve source apportionment techniques by incorporating organic molecular tracers within receptor models, combining online and offline measurements, integrating diverse datasets, and refining various analytical methodologies. At the University of Birmingham, my work delves into the aerosol aging process, such as aerosol photochemistry, secondary organic aerosol (SOA) formation through chamber studies and field observations, aerosol source apportionment through receptor modelling, and detailed chemical composition analysis. Furthermore, I am committed to expanding my research to understand aerosol toxicity and developing strategies to mitigate the health impacts of aerosol exposure.