- In his current role, Areen supports the global market for pharmaceutical water systems, specializing in USP regulatory aspects of Water for Injection (WFI) and Purified Water (PW) systems, as well as a strong understanding of global pharmacopoeias including Japanese, Chinese, and European standards.
- Areen ensures that required testing protocols are conducted in compliance with regulations and works closely with customers to optimize their pharmaceutical water processes by enhancing system reliability, improving monitoring and control strategies, reducing downtime, and supporting preventive maintenance programs.
- His expertise helps clients achieve consistent water quality that meets stringent regulatory requirements while also maximizing operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- He is a voting member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers – Bioprocess Equipment (ASME-BPE) standards committee. Areen contributes to the Process Instrumentation subgroup, helping to establish standards related to conductivity, pH, TOC, and other process technologies in bioprocessing and pharmaceutical industries.
Areen Kalantari
Global Industry Manager - Pharma & Life Sciences
Areen Kalantari has extensive experience in biotechnology applications, including cell culture and fermentation, as well as pharmaceutical water systems. Areen has worked closely with global pharmaceutical and biotech customers to implement effective SOPs and train personnel on these complex biological and process operations. He assists clients with the implementation of process control instruments, helping them understand how to maintain proper process control and quality control for USP-regulated water systems.
Experience
Education
- Master of Business Administration (MBA) in International Business
- B.S. in Biological/Chemical Engineering
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