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Vladislav Zakharov has earned a PhD in physics from Stony Brook University after working for professor Thomas K. Hemmick to help design and build a new Time Projection Chamber (TPC) for the sPHENIX experiment at the Relativistic Heavy Ion Collider (RHIC) at Brookhaven National Lab (BNL). His dissertation focused on a technique to suppress Ion Back-Flow (IBF) in a TPC.

Cybersecurity, Enterprise Software, Project Management, Budgeting, Data Management, Business Intelligence (BI), Machine Learning

Bio: Birnur Aral is a prominent figure in the consumer products industry, with over 20 years of experience. She has notably led the Beauty, Health, and Sustainability Lab at Good Housekeeping Institute, overseeing studies in diverse categories. Birnur's work has profoundly influenced Good Housekeeping's audience, engaging over 50 million readers monthly with insightful reviews and content. Her keen eye for quality has been pivotal in the evaluation process for the Good Housekeeping Seal, a symbol of consumer trust in various categories, including cosmetics, OTC drugs, health remedies, and supplements. As a principal organizer of Good Housekeeping’s Raise the Green Bar Sustainability summits, Birnur introduced and managed the brand's Sustainable Innovation Awards. Her academic background comprises a BS in Chemical Engineering from Bogazici University, advanced degrees from Stevens Institute of Technology, and a post-graduate certificate in Sustainability Analytics from Columbia University. Recently, Birnur returned to Stevens Institute of Technology as a part-time researcher while starting her consultancy to assist brands in achieving sustainable growth and earning consumer trust with her vast experience and commitment to sustainability. In addition to her professional achievements, Birnur has contributed as a juror on award panels, moderated panels in the beauty industry, and mentored young entrepreneurs and graduate students. Her research has resulted in scientific publications and patented personal care innovations. Residing in West New York, NJ, Birnur is a proud mother of two daughters, balancing her professional pursuits with a rich family life. Areas of Expertise: **AREAS OF EXPERTISE** <br> Sustainability \| Value Chain Analysis \| Life Cycle Thinking \| Materiality Assessment \| ESG Reporting \| Research \| Polymer Processing \| Rheology \| Materials Science \| Leadership \| Building Trust \| Leading with Vision and Integrity \| Critical and Creative Thinker \| Marketing Claim Savvy \| Digital Content \| Search Engine Optimization \| E\-Commerce \| Communication \| Team Building \| Talent Development\, Management\, and Retention \| Stakeholder Management Cross Functional Collaboration \| Brand Partnerships \| Strategic Business Alliances \| Engagement \| Media Relations <br> <br> List of Publications: B. Aral and D. M. Kalyon, "Viscoelastic Material Functions of Noncolloidal Suspensions with Spherical Particles," J. Rheology, 41, (3), 599-620 (1997). B. Aral and D. M. Kalyon, "Rheology and Extrudability of Very Concentrated Suspensions: Effects of Vacuum Imposition," Plast. and Rubber Comp. Proc. and Applications, 24, 201-210 (1995). B. Aral and D. M. Kalyon, "Effects of Temperature and Surface Roughness on Time-Dependent Development of Wall Slip in Torsional Flow of Concentrated Suspensions," J. Rheol., 38 (4), 957-972 (1994). D. Kalyon, P. Yaras, B. Aral and U. Yilmazer, "Rheological Behavior of Concentrated Suspensions: A Solid Rocket Fuel Simulant," J. Rheology, 37, 35-53 (1993). D. M. Kalyon, R. Yazici, C. Jacob, B. Aral and S. W. Sinton, "Effects of Air Entrainment on the Rheology of Concentrated Suspensions during Con\_nuous Processing," Polym. Eng. Sci., 31, 1386-1392 (1991).

I am a highly motivated individual with a passion for science and education. I am a freshman and working towards earning my Bachelor of Science in Chemical Biology from Stevens Institute of Technology. I have valuable experience with **technological services** from my position as a Summer Technician Intern at Voorhees High School. In this role, I serviced many devices and administrated them according to my supervisor's directions. I also developed strong communication and organizational skills while working with other interns and faculty. As a student of a technology institution, I am passionate about applying my knowledge in chemical biology to **technology design** that will advance research in the **medical and environmental fields**. I am an avid reader and learner of languages. I began my journey in learning **foreign languages** in middle school and have since began studying Spanish, German, Chinese, and Vietnamese. Since I love learning about other cultures and languages, I am also interested in working with foreign companies as I develop my linguistic abilities.