Invent for Tomorrow

Dr. Peter Angelo is a full-time professor in Seneca's School of Biological Sciences and Applied Chemistry, primarily in the Chemical Engineering Technology program. He holds a Ph.D. and B.A.Sc. in chemical engineering from the University of Toronto, specializing in materials science for inks and coatings. He teaches fundamental chemical engineering courses in transport phenomena, unit operations, process engineering and process control. He also coordinates curriculum review and development and industrial outreach through the program PAC. Prior to teaching at Seneca, he worked in development, optimization, failure analysis and risk management for specialized materials in the pipeline industry. He holds a professional engineering license (P.Eng.) through Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO).

Sharon Gomez is a professor in Seneca’s Cosmetic Science graduate certificate program within the School of Biological Sciences & Applied Chemistry. She holds a Bachelor of Science in applied chemistry and biology, with honours from Toronto Metropolitan University. Ms. Gomez brings 20 years of experience in colour cosmetics including formulation, scale up and manufacturing and troubleshooting.  She currently teaches the Introduction to Cosmetic Quality Assurance program and developed and teaches Pigments, Powders and Poured Products. Ms.Gomez participates in the PAC meetings and was involved in the course program review. She also worked with TVO Kids on an episode of When I Grow Up, discussing what a cosmetic chemist creates.

Sharon Robertson is a part-time professor in Seneca’s Cosmetic Science graduate certificate program within the School of Biological Sciences & Applied Chemistry. She holds a bachelor of science in chemistry and geology from the State University of New York. Ms. Robertson has substantial experience leading capstone and applied research projects in the Cosmetic Science program, bringing more than 30 years of experience in formulation and scale-up of colour cosmetics and toiletries. She also has advanced knowledge of cosmetic-related regulatory requirements for North America and Europe.

Sonal Kamath is a full-time professor in Seneca’s School of Biological science and Applied Chemistry. She holds a masters in cosmetic science from Fairleigh Dickinson University in New Jersey and a Bachelor of Pharmacy in pharmaceutical sciences from the University of Mumbai in Mumbai, India. Her decade of industry experience includes formulation and scale up of innovative skincare and colour cosmetics. In the Cosmetic Science graduate certificate program, Ms. Kamath teaches Formulations I & II and Product Evaluation. At Seneca, Ms. Kamath is involved in Program Advisory Committee (PAC) meetings, program review, curriculum development and integration. She leads several applied research projects at Seneca. Her area of expertise is emulsion technology as it applies to skincare, sun care, makeup and complexion products. She is a member of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists.