Dr. Rajendra K. Krishnaswamy Honored for Lifetime Contributions to Polymers Industry
Dr. Rajendra K. Krishnaswamy, a Senior Scientist at Metabolix, has been recognized with a lifetime achievement award for his significant contributions to the polymers industry at the ANTEC 2011 conference in Boston, Massachusetts. Krishnaswamy's work has focused on the development of biobased and biodegradable polymers for film and blow-molding applications, and his approach combines theoretical understanding with traditional scientific methods.
Key Takeaways:
- Dr. Krishnaswamy received the Research/Engineering Technology Award for lifetime achievement in plastics research/engineering from the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) at ANTEC 2011.
- His contributions to the development of biobased and biodegradable polymers have led to advancements in Mirel, a commercialized bioplastics offering from Telles, a joint venture between Metabolix and Archer Daniels Midland Company.
- Krishnaswamy has co-authored over 40 peer-reviewed papers and holds over 25 patents and patent applications.
- He serves on the editorial boards of the Journal of Plastic Film and Sheeting and the Encyclopedia of Polymer Science and Technology, among other industry boards.
- Krishnaswamy's work has played an integral role in Metabolix's ability to provide the market with more sustainable bioplastic materials.
Statistics:
- Over 40 peer-reviewed papers co-authored by Dr. Krishnaswamy.
- Over 25 patents and patent applications held by Dr. Krishnaswamy.
- 9 years spent in the polymer science group at Chevron Phillips Chemical Company prior to joining Metabolix in 2006.
- 10 years of service on the editorial boards of industry publications.
- Development of a unique patented formulation of new PHA biopolymers under Krishnaswamy's guidance.
Sources:
- Metabolix, Inc.
- Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE)
- Journal of Plastic Film and Sheeting
- Encyclopedia of Polymer Science and Technology
- American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE)