Dr. Sai Deepthi Chappidi

Dr. Sai Deepthi Chappidi is a faculty member in the Department of Chemistry and Physics at Louisiana Tech University, where she teaches undergraduate and graduate chemistry courses and laboratory classes. She holds a bachelor’s degree in pharmacy, a master’s degree with research experience in tissue engineering and nanocomposite scaffolds, and a Ph.D. in Molecular Science and Nanotechnology, specializing in inorganic chemistry. Her doctoral research focused on the synthesis, characterization, and reactivity of lanthanide beta-diketonate compounds. Her research interests span nanomaterials, drug delivery, tissue engineering, and functional materials for biomedical applications.

Dr. Chappidi is committed to student-centered education that connects chemistry concepts to real-world applications and incorporates engineering mindset principles to encourage curiosity, creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving. She is also interested in interdisciplinary research collaborations and innovative educational initiatives that strengthen STEM learning.

In addition to her academic responsibilities, Dr. Chappidi is actively involved in graduate student leadership and mentorship at Louisiana Tech University. She served as President of the College of Engineering and Science Graduate Student Council (COES GSC) during her Ph.D. studies, later transitioning to the role of Council Connection Advisor. She currently serves as the Faculty Advisor for COES GSC, supporting graduate student engagement and leadership development. Her involvement with Engineering Unleashed and the Kern Entrepreneurial Engineering Network (KEEN) further reflects her commitment to advancing innovative, interdisciplinary approaches to STEM education.