John Ashley Rogers

Scholar whose groundbreaking work on stretchable and transient electronics opened entirely new avenues for electronic device designs. Successfully translated these scientific breakthroughs to the commercial sector by cofounding companies in the areas of photovoltaics (Semprius), solid-state lighting (CoolEdge), stretchable electronics (MC10), and bioelectronics (TEI). Contributed to multiple disciplines, including materials science, electrical, mechanical, and bioengineering. Published more than 500 papers in journals such as Science, Nature, and Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, and holds more than 80 patents and patent applications. Recipient of the Smithsonian Ingenuity Award for Physical Science, the Lemelson-MIT Prize, and a MacArthur Fellowship. Member, National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Sciences.