Chalissa Dibya Iranisha is pursuing a master’s degree in pharmaceutical science at the University of Rhode Island with support from the Fulbright Master’s Degree Scholarship. Her academic focus is on medicinal chemistry and pharmacognosy, particularly the exploration of bioactive compounds derived from underutilized natural sources.

She works as an algae innovation and development supervisor at a bio-based chemicals research, development, and production company in Bandung.

Chalissa earned her bachelor’s degree in chemistry from Institut Teknologi Bandung.