Dr. Ram K. Gupta is an associate professor at Pittsburg State University. Dr. Gupta's research focuses on biobased polymers; flame-retardant polyurethanes; conducting polymers and composites; and green energy production and storage using two-dimensional materials, optoelectronics and photovoltaics devices, organic-inorganic heterojunctions for sensors, biocompatible nanofibers for tissue regeneration, scaffold and antibacterial applications, and biodegradable metallic implants. Dr. Gupta has published more than 230 peer-reviewed articles; has made more than 280 national, international, and regional presentations; has chaired many sessions at national and international meetings; has edited many books; and has written several book chapters. He has received more than $2.5 million for research and educational activities from many funding agencies. He is serving as editor-in-chief, associate editor, and editorial board member of numerous journals.