Ryan Gertz

Ryan Gertz is an experienced R&D Chemist at Novagard Solutions, Inc., where responsibilities include exploring thiol-ene reactions for UV curable silicones and investigating stable neutral-cure silicone end-capping reactions. Previously, Ryan served as a Product Development Specialist, custom-formulating silicone RTV products tailored to customer requirements, and conducted extensive product testing. Early career experience includes a Laboratory Technician role at Novagard, focusing on silicone materials and physical properties testing, and positions at Water Star Inc., where Ryan assisted in coating prototypes and conducting water treatment projects, and ASK Chemicals L.P., ensuring compliance with manufacturing specifications. Ryan holds a Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry from Ohio University.