India’s contribution to the world of knowledge is growing quickly, according to Nobel laureate Professor Brian Schmidt. The winners of the Infosys Prize 2023 were honored for their stellar contributions in various fields at a felicitation ceremony. The winners received a pure gold medal, a citation, and a prize purse of USD 100,000 for their outstanding work in Engineering and Computer Science, Humanities, Life Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, Physical Sciences, and Social Sciences.
Professor Schmidt praised the awardees, stating that they are world leaders in research and its translation for the benefit of humanity. He emphasized the importance of their knowledge in helping humanity live peacefully and sustainably on a planet with limited resources.
Kris Gopalakrishnan, president of the Infosys Science Foundation, highlighted the significance of investing in science and research. He expressed the foundation’s commitment to recognizing important scientific research and inspiring future generations to pursue careers in science.
The winners in each category were as follows:
– Engineering and Computer Science: Sachchida Nand Tripathi, Professor at IIT-Kanpur, received the award for his efforts in deploying a large-scale sensor-based air quality network and mobile laboratory for effective air quality management.
– Humanities: Jahnavi Phalkey, Founding Director of Science Gallery Bengaluru, was awarded for her insights into the history of scientific research in modern India.
– Life Sciences: Arun Kumar Shukla, Professor at IIT-Kanpur, received the prize for his contributions to the field of G-protein coupled receptor (GPCR) biology.
– Mathematical Sciences: Bhargav Bhatt, Fernholz Joint Professor at the Institute for Advanced Study and Princeton University, was honored for his work in arithmetic geometry and commutative algebra.
– Physical Sciences: Mukund Thattai, Professor at the National Centre for Biological Sciences, was recognized for his pioneering contributions to evolutionary cell biology.
– Social Sciences: Karuna Mantena, Professor at Columbia University, received the prize for her research on the theory of imperial rule.
The Infosys Prize has been recognizing mid-career researchers for their impactful work and contributions to scientific research in India for the past 15 years. The foundation aims to promote scientific research and create a strong scientific environment in the country.
The event celebrated India’s growing role in the world of knowledge, with Professor Schmidt expressing his honor to be a part of the ceremony. As India continues to make significant advances in various fields, the foundation remains committed to honoring exceptional achievements and supporting the country’s growth story.
The recognition of these exceptional researchers and their groundbreaking work serves as an inspiration for future generations and further strengthens India’s scientific landscape.
