Raghavendra Prasad

Background

About Raghavendra Prasad

Applied Technology Head at Evonik | PhD in Applied Chemistry Innovator in Polymers, Coatings, and Specialty Chemicals Leading R&D and Technical Marketing for Silane and Siloxane Products I am a Technical Leader and Innovation Expert with over 10 years of experience in R&D, Polymers, Coatings, Specialty Chemicals, and Composite Materials. I hold a PhD in Applied Chemistry and two US patents for protective coating compositions and coated metallic substrates. As the Applied Technology Head and Technical Marketing Manager at Evonik, I lead a team and a division in developing and optimizing specialty additives for diverse applications, including paints, coatings, adhesives, sealants, and industrial applications. I collaborate with global R&D teams to identify trends and create innovative product solutions, especially sol-gel formulations, for improved mechanical properties and durability. I also engage in technical writing, patent filing, and customer presentations. My mission is to advance automotive and industrial technologies and drive business growth through innovation.