Award-winning professor Suman Chakraborty is new IIT Kharagpur director
He's known for creating low-cost, easy-to-use diagnostic tools to tackle everyday medical issues like anaemia, cancer, COVID-19, and tuberculosis.UNESCO awarded him the 2026 TWAS Award in Engineering and Computer Sciences for his efforts. Notably, in 2023, he was ranked among Asia's top 100 researchers across all fields, underscoring his influence in engineering and technology.His work inspires many within the scientific community.HONOURS AND RECOGNITIONChakraborty's remarkable career is decorated with the National Award for Teachers in 2023 and the Infosys Prize in 2022. Additionally, he received the esteemed Santi Swaroop Bhatnagar Prize.His election as a Fellow of prominent bodies like the American Physical Society and the Royal Society of Chemistry highlights his status as a leading mind in science and engineering.advertisementThese accolades mark his commitment to and impact on his field.LONG-TERM ASSOCIATION WITH IIT KHARAGPURStarting his journey at IIT Kharagpur in 2002 as an assistant professor, Chakraborty advanced to senior professor by 2008. His appointment as a full-time director by the Centre marks a significant point in his enduring association with the institute.Before this, Amit Patra, director of IIT BHU (Varanasi), was the acting director following VK Tewari's term ending in December 2024. This transition highlights the institute's focus on leadership excellence.(With PTI inputs)Must Watch
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