Yatheshth Ragoo

Yatheshth Ragoo, AMIChemE, is a seasoned researcher and educator currently serving as a Doctoral Researcher at Johnson Matthey and the University of Cape Town, where modeling metal-support and promoter effects on cobalt using DFT is a primary focus. With experience as an Assistant Lecturer and various roles including Research Assistant and Senior Teaching Assistant in advanced thermodynamics and practical courses, Yatheshth has a strong foundation in both teaching and research. Additional experience includes tutoring at BrightSparkz Tutors, leading as Team Captain for the UCT Badminton team, and contributing to marketing initiatives at Obz Square Residence. Previous internships include roles at VIVO ENERGY and Omnicane Ltd., providing a diverse background in chemical engineering practices. Yatheshth holds a Doctor of Philosophy and a Master of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of Cape Town, complemented by a Bachelor's degree in the same field.