Farhan Ansari

Farhan Ansari is a Postdoctoral Fellow at Stanford University, specializing in materials science. His research has focused on the synthesis and processing of materials, particularly in enhancing the fracture resistance of organic/inorganic hybrid thin films and coatings. Currently, he is investigating the biomechanics of human skin, specifically assessing the effectiveness of skincare formulations on the stress and inter-cellular adhesion in the human stratum corneum.1

Education and Career Background

• Postdoctoral Fellowship: Stanford University (2016-2019)
• PhD: KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden (2012-2016)
  • His doctoral research involved developing wood-based nanocellulose/polymer composites and exploring their structural properties.
• Integrated M.Tech: Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee (2006-2011)

Research Contributions

Farhan has made significant contributions in several areas:

• Developed scalable processing methods for polymer nano-composite films.
• Established a correlation between injection molding techniques and the orientation of natural fibers in thermoplastic composites.
• Created a chemical modification platform to enhance the hydrophobic properties and durability of fibers.

Skills and Languages

He is proficient in multiple languages, including Hindi, English, Urdu, and has elementary proficiency in Swedish. His technical expertise spans materials science, polymer science, and biomechanics, making him a versatile researcher in his field.1