Fathima Asna

Motivated and detail-oriented M.Sc. Chemistry graduate from Pondicherry University with strong expertise in Organic Chemistry and hands-on research experience in synthetic chemistry and drug discovery. Skilled in organic synthesis, reaction optimization, purification techniques, and analytical characterization using IR, NMR, HPLC, Mass Spectrometry, TLC, and column chromatography.

Possess strong analytical, laboratory, and problem-solving skills with a keen interest in organic synthesis, medicinal chemistry, and research-oriented applications.

Research Intern - Dept of Chemistry, Pondicherry University - Puducherry, India

(2024-01 - 2025-01)

• Completed a summer research internship focused on the synthesis of xanthene and acridine derivatives towards the preparation of 12-phenyl-5-(p-tolyl)-5,12-dihydrobenzo[b]acridine.
• Gained hands-on experience in multi-step organic synthesis involving Weinreb amide formation, Grignard reactions, cyclization, and catalyst-assisted transformations.
• Performed purification techniques such as silica gel column chromatography and monitored reactions using TLC.
• Characterized synthesized compounds using spectroscopic techniques including 1H NMR, 13C NMR, IR, and HRMS under the guidance of Dr. C. R. Ramanathan.

Master of Science (MSc) - Chemistry - Pondicherry University (2024 - 2026)

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry - Calicut University (2020 - 2023)