Award-winning professor Suman Chakraborty is new IIT Kharagpur director

Suman Chakraborty, a distinguished figure in mechanical engineering, was appointed the new IIT Kharagpur on June 19. Chakraborty, who also holds the title of Sir JC Bose National Fellow, assumes the position immediately, succeeding Professor Amit Patra, the acting director.According to the statement, his tenure will last five years or until he reaches 70, whichever occurs first. This pivotal appointment aims to further the institute's educational and research endeavours.advertisementACCLAIMED RESEARCHERProfessor Chakraborty has gained recognition for his pioneering work in micro and nanoscale flows, contributing significantly to diagnostic technology advancements and enhanced healthcare access for disadvantaged groups.
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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Suman Chakraborty, a distinguished figure in mechanical engineering, was appointed the new IIT Kharagpur on June 19. Chakraborty, who also holds the title of Sir JC Bose National Fellow, assumes the position immediately, succeeding Professor Amit Patra, the acting to the statement, his tenure will last five years or until he reaches 70, whichever occurs first. This pivotal appointment aims to further the institute's educational and research RESEARCHERProfessor Chakraborty has gained recognition for his pioneering work in micro and nanoscale flows, contributing significantly to diagnostic technology advancements and enhanced healthcare access for disadvantaged groups. He's known for creating low-cost, easy-to-use diagnostic tools to tackle everyday medical issues like anaemia, cancer, COVID-19, and 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 work inspires many within the scientific 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 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 accolades mark his commitment to and impact on his 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 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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