- Rajesh Balkrishnan Perfumer:
Rajesh Balkrishnan is a remarkable figure in the world of perfumery, wearing multiple hats as a university professor and a collaborative perfumer.
In the academic realm, Balkrishnan is deeply involved. He has hosted various NIH-funded projects and has an impressive publication record of 289 articles in international professional journals, with an H-index of 41. His expertise in the field of health economics, particularly in cancer-related economic evaluations, is well-recognized. For instance, his research on the complex relationship between breast cancer, mental health, and opioid use provided valuable insights for clinicians. His work on how antihypertensive drugs might impact colorectal cancer survival also shows his wide-ranging academic interests.
In the perfumery domain, Balkrishnan has curated a personal collection of nearly 800 fragrance bottles, demonstrating his profound passion for scents. His olfactory preferences lean towards bold, dense, and mostly natural perfumes, with a particular affinity for ambery scents featuring notes of oud, incense, and exotic elements.
He has actively engaged in collaborations with established perfumers to create unique natural perfume blends. His collaborative works include "Aranyaka" from Pryn Parfum and "Häxan" from Parfum Prissana. He has also worked with Dmitry Bortnikoff, resulting in notable creations such as "Sayat Nova," "Santa Sangre," and "Scheherazade." Another of his collaborations is "Keman" from Di Ser. His partnership with Mallo in 2023 led to the launch of "Arc," a fragrance that has caught the attention of perfume enthusiasts. As of now, there are 9 perfumes of his in the database, each reflecting his creative vision and expertise in the art of perfumery.
