Doctor of Technology in chemical Engineering and BSc in Metallurgical Engineering who is experienced in formulating civil explosive blasting agents. Highly knowledgeable of emulsion formulations with high sensitivity (small critical diameter and/or high critical density) and performance at high as well as at low ammonium nitrate content, pumping of the emulsion, stabilization of the emulsion against both crystallization and coalescence; surfactant, nanoparticles and emulsifier chemistry. Experienced in research and development (11 years), 16 publications (8 publications in accredited journals, 8 conference papers), student supervision (2 master’s degree; 5 BSc degree). LAB INSTRUMENTS & MEASUREMENTS • Rheological measurements using a rotational rheometer • Analysis of shape and size of crystals using an optical microscope • Interfacial tension measurements using Kruss instrument • Interfacial elasticity and interfacial tension measurements using the Sinterface • Droplet size measurements using the Malvern mastersizer • DSC, FTIR etc.