BMS College of Engineering, India.
Dr. Murugendrappa M V is an Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Physics at BMS College of Engineering, Bengaluru. He earned his Bachelor’s degree with distinction in 1996 from Gulbarga University, securing the highest marks in the entire college. He went on to complete his Master’s degree in Physics in 1998 with First Rank and a Gold Medal. Dr. Murugendrappa received his PhD in Physics in 2006 from Gulbarga University. With over 22 years of teaching experience, he has made significant contributions to the field of conducting polymer composites, publishing 59 refereed journal articles and 42 conference proceedings. He has guided four PhD students and is one of the principal investigators of the Center of Excellence in Advanced Materials with research grants exceeding ₹700 lakhs.
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🎓 Education
Dr. Murugendrappa M V completed his Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Physics from Gulbarga University in 1996, securing the highest marks in the entire college. His exceptional performance earned him an endorsement prize for academic excellence. He pursued his Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Physics at Gulbarga University, graduating in 1998 with First Rank and a prestigious Gold Medal. Continuing his academic journey, he obtained an M.Phil. in Physics in 1999, once again achieving top marks in the department. Driven by his passion for research, Dr. Murugendrappa earned his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Physics from Gulbarga University in 2006, focusing on advanced studies in conducting polymer composites. His academic achievements and dedication laid a strong foundation for his distinguished career in teaching and research.
💼 Experience
Dr. Murugendrappa M V has held various prestigious administrative and academic roles throughout his career. He has served as the Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Physics at BMS College of Engineering, Bengaluru, for 6 years and 7 months, where he played a pivotal role in the department's growth and academic development. In addition, he contributed to the institution as the Deputy Controller of Examinations for 1 year and 9 months, overseeing the examination processes. As the Chief Coordinator for Semester End Examinations for programs such as BE, B.Arch, MBA, and MCA in the autonomous stream, he successfully coordinated 04 exams and managed essential tasks, such as question paper typing and proofreading.
Dr. Murugendrappa is also an active reviewer for 7 international journals, contributing to the academic community’s quality and rigor. He holds membership in Board of Examiners (BOE) and Board of Studies (BOS) in institutions like NHCE, SIT, BIET, and Presidency University. Furthermore, he serves on the Ph.D. Scrutiny Committee for VTU, Belagavi, providing invaluable input on doctoral research. As an Organizing Chair, he has successfully led 15 Faculty Development Programs (FDPs) and an International Conference at BMSCE, promoting knowledge sharing and academic excellence. His comprehensive experience has significantly contributed to the academic and administrative advancements at BMSCE.
🔬 Research Interests
Conducting Polymer Composites – Exploring new applications and properties of polymer-based materials.
Advanced Materials – Developing novel materials for industrial applications.
Nano-composites – Investigating nanostructured materials for enhanced performance.
Sustainable Technologies – Working on eco-friendly materials and processes.
🏆 Awards & Honors
🏅 Endorsement Prize – Secured highest marks in the entire college during B.Sc.
🏅 Merit Scholarship – Awarded during M.Sc. studies
🏅 Gold Medal – First Rank in M.Sc. Physics
🏅 University Merit Scholarship – For PhD work
🏅 Top Researcher in IRINS – Ranked #1 in BMSCE IRINS
📚 Publications Top Notes
"Excellent mechanical durability of superhydrophobic surface based on fiber array for biological applications" – Progress in Organic Coatings, 2024.
"Ultra-fast setting rate of a new bioactive binder for bone repair" – Iranian Polymer Journal, 2024.
"Facile synthesis of integrated electrode-separator-electrolyte hydrogel for solid-state supercapacitor" – Journal of Solid State Electrochemistry, 2024.
"Preparation and multi-performance optimization of reactive water vapor high barrier cycloolefin copolymer composite films" – Journal of Functional Materials, 2024.
"Facile synthesis of triple-network organo-hydrogel for all-temperature flexible supercapacitors" – Polymers for Advanced Technologies, 2024.