Aristide Gumyusenge

Aristide Gumyusenge is the Henry L. Doherty Career Development Professor in Ocean Utilization and Assistant Professor of Materials Science and Engineering at MIT. His research focuses on semiconducting polymers, organic electronics, and wearable devices that interface with biological systems. He leads the OMSE Lab, pioneering high-temperature plastic electronics and materials for body-machine interfaces.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Wofford College (2015)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry, Purdue University (PhD completion year not specified)

Research Interests:

Professor Gumyusenge designs semiconducting polymers for robust electronic devices, emphasizing high-temperature stability and bio-integration. His work bridges molecular design with device performance, targeting applications in wearable health monitors and organic neuromorphic systems. Key innovations include polymer blends that convert biological signals into electronic data efficiently.

Awards & Honors:

• 2022: Merton C. Flemings Assistant Professorship (MIT)
• 2021: PMSE Future Faculty Fellow (ACS)
• 2020: GLAM Postdoctoral Fellowship (Stanford University)
• 2019: Herbert C. Brown Graduate Student Research Award (Purdue University)
• 2019: MRS Graduate Student Gold Award

Grants & Lab Activities:

Led research on polymer synthesis, device fabrication, and large-scale manufacturing strategies. Collaborates on projects funded by MIT’s Doherty Professorship and industry partnerships. The OMSE Lab emphasizes translational research for commercializable technologies.

Labs/Teams:

Director of the OMSE Lab, a multidisciplinary group advancing organic materials for next-gen electronics. Collaborates with Stanford’s Geballe Lab and other institutions.