Anuradha Bhatia

Anuradha Bhatia is a highly experienced research scientist currently employed at CNA Corporation since March 2017, where responsibilities include providing analytical support to the US Marine Corps and leading multidisciplinary teams for studies aimed at improving operational capabilities. Prior experience includes roles at Medtronic as a Senior Research Chemist, where Anuradha focused on drug-device compatibility and won a global preclinical research award, and at Chromologic as a research scientist, directing scientific studies for biomedical devices. Academic credentials include a Ph.D. and M.S. in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering from UCLA, as well as a B.S. from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Anuradha has demonstrated expertise in polymeric materials, drug delivery systems, and scientific research leadership throughout a diverse career trajectory.