Chanda Klinker

Chanda Klinker is an R&D Operations Leader at The Dow Chemical Company, specializing in Packing, Specialty Plastics, and Hydrocarbons. With over 10 years of technical experience in analytical chemistry, Chanda has held various roles, including Senior Chemist and Laboratory Operations Leader, where they focused on project management, workflow optimization, and financial modeling. Chanda earned a PhD in Chemistry from the University of Minnesota and a BS in Chemistry from Wisconsin Lutheran College. In their previous positions, they contributed to innovative teaching and research at the University of Minnesota, facilitating learning among chemistry and engineering students.