Alexander Gumennik

Indiana University Bloomington, Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis

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Alexander Gumennik is a leading innovator in the field of advanced fiber photonics and multifunctional materials. His research focuses on the design and fabrication of thermally drawn multimaterial fibers, pioneering new architectures that integrate electronic, photonic, and optoelectronic functionalities directly into the fiber form factor. Gumennik’s major contributions include the development of multimodal fiber sensors capable of simultaneously detecting environmental, physiological, and mechanical stimuli. His recent work on sub-terahertz fiber antennas represents a breakthrough, enabling proximity, stress, and deformation sensing in a single, flexible fiber. With papers such as "Multimodal fiber antenna for proximity and stress sensing" (2024) and "Multimodal sub-terahertz fiber antenna for environmental and fiber deformation sensing" (2024), his research is already gaining traction, demonstrating the potential for scalable, high-sensitivity wearable and structural health monitoring systems. By merging materials science with device engineering, Gumennik is shaping the future of smart textiles and distributed sensing networks, making his work essential reading for researchers interested in next-generation fiber-based electronics and photonics.