Pulugurtha Markondeya Raj

Dr. Pulugurtha Markondeya Raj is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at Florida International University. His expertise spans electronic and bioelectronic packaging, heterogeneous integration, wearable medical devices, and advanced passive components. He co-leads technical initiatives in electronic packaging ecosystems, emphasizing nanomaterials and industry partnerships. His research has yielded over 380 publications, 13 patents, and $14M in R&D funding, primarily from industry. He serves as an Associate Editor for IEEE CPMT Transactions and IEEE Nanotechnology Magazine, and chairs IEEE Nanopackaging committees.

Education: BS (1999) from IIT Kanpur, ME (1995) from IISc Bangalore, PhD (1999) from Rutgers University. His work focuses on integrating nanomaterials into packaging for 5G, biomedical systems, and power delivery. He has advised over 40 students, many now leading roles at tech giants like Apple and Intel.

Research highlights include miniaturized neural recording systems, EMI shielding innovations, and 3D glass-based packages. His articles emphasize trends in 5G packaging, bioelectronic integration, and nanomaterial-driven solutions. Awards include IEEE's Best Associate Editor (2021) and numerous best-paper recognitions.

• Scientific Contributions: 35+ best-paper awards, 110+ journal papers, 19 book chapters
• Leadership: IEEE Distinguished Lecturer (2020-2022), Co-Chair IEEE Nanopackaging Technical Committee

Grants and Collaboration: Secured $14M+ industry funding; his lab's innovations are commercialized via industry partnerships. Advised students contribute to cutting-edge packaging at major electronics firms.

Labs/Teams: Leads research in nanopackaging and heterogeneous integration, advancing technologies like flexible fan-out packaging and embedded bioelectronics.