Sujitkumar Bontapalle

Dr. Sujitkumar Bontapalle is a Research Fellow in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Rice University, working under Professor Rafael Verduzco. Previously, he held a Postdoctoral Research Associate position at the Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST), South Korea, where he developed stretchable organic electrochemical transistors (OECTs) for human-machine interface applications. His doctoral research at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM) focused on ageing mechanisms and electron transport in conducting polymers, conducted in collaboration with Humboldt University, Berlin.

• Education:
• Ph.D., Chemical Engineering, IIT Madras (2020)
• M.S. by Research, Chemical Engineering, IIT Madras (2016)

His research interests revolve around bioelectronic sensors, sustainable wearable technology, and conductive polymer materials. Key projects include designing recyclable organic electronics and on-skin electrophysiological monitoring devices. His work bridges polymer chemistry, electrochemistry, and biomedical applications, with a focus on advancing flexible and biocompatible electronics.

Publications span topics like PEDOT:PSS optimization, OECT-based sensors, and sustainable materials, reflecting a trajectory toward practical applications in health monitoring and environmental responsibility. Collaborations span institutions in India, Germany, South Korea, and the U.S., emphasizing interdisciplinary innovation.