Alytis Gruodis

Dr. Alytis Gruodis is a Senior Research Fellow (0.5 FTE) at the Institute of Chemical Physics within Vilnius University's Faculty of Physics. His research spans molecular electronics, quantum chemical simulations, and computational chemistry with a focus on conformational studies and molecular structure-property relationships.

His scientific interests center on conformational studies, ground state/excited state geometry optimization, and understanding the role of substituents for polar molecular compounds. His work bridges theoretical chemistry with practical applications in semiconductor materials and optoelectronic devices. Dr. Gruodis has made significant contributions to the understanding of molecular charge transport, semiconductor materials design, and quantum chemical modeling approaches.

Analysis of his publication record reveals a strong focus on molecular electronics applications, particularly in the development of organic semiconductor materials for solar cells and light-emitting devices. His research demonstrates expertise in quantum chemical calculations applied to complex molecular systems, with special attention to structure-property relationships that govern electronic behavior in organic materials.

Dr. Gruodis has served as Editor-in-chief for the scientific journal "Innovative Infotechnologies for Science, Business and Education" from 2008 to 2018, and has been Editor-in-chief of the journal "Applied Business: Issues and Solutions" since 2022, demonstrating leadership in academic publishing.

His collaborative research spans multiple international partnerships, with publications in high-impact journals including Journal of Physical Chemistry, Advanced Functional Materials, and Dyes and Pigments. His work shows consistent productivity across decades, with recent publications focusing on novel semiconductor materials, quantum chemical simulations, and applications of artificial intelligence in materials science.