Dr. Manish Khandelwal is a distinguished scientist, inventor, and strategic leader with over 18 years of expertise in the semiconductor industry and advanced materials research. Currently serving as an Engineering Gas Manager at Samsung Semiconductors, he plays a pivotal role in the development of next-generation 2nm fabrication technologies, focusing on critical precursors and delivery systems essential for the future of microelectronics.

Dr. Khandelwal’s academic foundation is rooted in a rigorous pursuit of multi-disciplinary excellence. He earned his integrated Masters in Chemistry from BITS Pilani, followed by a PhD in Organometallic Chemistry from the Florida Institute of Technology in 2012. Recognizing the intersection of technology and business, he later completed an MBA in Marketing and Finance from the WP Carey School of Business at Arizona State University.

His professional journey includes significant contributions as a researcher at CSM POSTECH in South Korea, where he specialized in advanced battery materials.
As a prolific inventor, Dr. Khandelwal holds 89 granted patents and has approximately 120 filings worldwide. His work is highly regarded in the scientific community, evidenced by over 2,100 citations across academic publications and patent literature. Beyond the laboratory, he is a published author, co-authoring Ideas to Empire, and a dedicated educator who develops frameworks for resilient, ethical leadership.