Aneeba
Chaudary
Functional Coatings | Polymer Formulations | Materials Engineering
Ph.D. Candidate at Iowa State University specializing in water-borne polymer formulations, functional coatings, and surface engineering. Bridging the gap between fundamental polymer science and industrial textile finishing.
01. The Journey of a Materials Architect
My journey in materials science began with a fascination for how invisible molecular structures dictate the behavior of everything we touch. As a Ph.D. candidate at Iowa State University, I have focused my research on the intricate intersection of polymer chemistry and surface engineering. My work involves designing next-generation functional coatings—specifically water-borne formulations—that are not only high-performing but also environmentally sustainable. From optimizing PFAS-free omniphobic textiles to engineering Janus nanoparticles for selective surface modification, my goal is to translate complex chemical principles into scalable industrial solutions. I see myself as an architect of surfaces, meticulously crafting layers that provide protection, functionality, and longevity to the materials of the future.
2027
Ph.D. Candidate
5+
Years R&D
02. Research Focus
Designing advanced functional coatings through the synergy of polymer chemistry and surface engineering.
Water-borne Formulations
Developing sustainable, solvent-free polymer systems for high-performance coatings.
Functional Coatings
Engineering surfaces for omniphobicity, anti-fouling, and thermal regulation.
Nanomaterials
Integrating Janus nanoparticles and nanocellulose to enhance material properties.
Surface Engineering
Wet-chemistry based modification to tailor interface interactions.
Professional Experience
A career built on industrial production, applied research, and advanced academic investigation.
Graduate Researcher
Designing functional coatings for sustainable materials innovation.
- •Developed a novel water-borne formulation for textile finishing.
- •Characterized nanoparticle-matrix interactions using advanced SEM/TEM techniques.
Assistant Manager Production
Managed production lines for high-volume textile processing.
- •Optimized processing parameters, reducing chemical waste by 15%.
- •Led a team of 20 technicians in wet-processing department.
04. Publications
Peer-reviewed contributions to materials science, focusing on functional surfaces and polymer innovation.