Devananda V

Dedicated and detail-oriented MSc Chemistry graduate with a strong academic foundation in chemistry and hands-on laboratory experience in pharmaceutical quality control and chemical research. Skilled in analytical techniques, laboratory operations, problem-solving, and scientific investigation. Experienced in applying chemical principles to research projects and quality testing.

Eager to contribute to innovative research and industrial applications while continuously developing expertise in QC, R&D, analytical chemistry, and related fields.

Intern - Institute of Nano science and technology - Mohali, Punjab

(2026-01 - 2026-05)

• Gained hands-on experience in pH measurement and calibration using a pH meter during nanoclay synthesis and phosphorus-loading experiments.
• Worked with a Laminar Air Flow (LAF) cabinet to maintain a clean and contamination-free environment during sample and reagent preparation.
• Operated a UV-Visible spectrophotometer to measure absorbance/optical density (OD) for phosphorus estimation using the phospho-vanadomolybdate colorimetric method, including serial dilution and sample analysis.
• Developed practical knowledge of autoclave operation for sterilization of laboratory glassware, media, and equipment, following safe and aseptic laboratory practices.

Intern - Kerala State Drugs And Pharmaceutical Limited - Alappuzha

(2025-04 - 2025-04)

• Performed quality control testing of essential medicines, including chemical and physical analysis of finished products and raw materials.
• Conducted instrumental analysis using UV-Vis spectrophotometry and HPLC for drug assay, identification, and impurity analysis.
• Gained practical exposure to pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, including tablet compression, encapsulation, and related production operations.

Intern - Common Facility Service Centre - Changanassery

(2023-08 - 2023-08)

• Assisted in the manufacturing of rubber and plastic products, including plastic bottles, balloons, finger cots, gloves, and mats.
• Gained hands-on exposure to molding, dipping, and calendaring processes used in the production of various rubber and plastic products.
• Developed practical understanding of dipping techniques for manufacturing balloons, gloves, and finger cots, and calendering processes for rubber mats.
• Observed production operations and gained familiarity with industrial manufacturing practices, quality considerations, and workplace safety procedures.

MSc - Chemistry - Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Amritapuri (2024-08 - 2026-08)

BSc - Chemistry - Assumption College, Changanassery (2021-09 - 2024-03)

Higher Secondary - Holy Angels Higher Secondary School, Adoor (2020-06 - 2021-03)

CBSE - Kendriya Vidyalaya, Adoor (2018-04 - 2019-03)