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Bala Natarajan named Kansas State University Distinguished Professor

Bala Natarajan receives Kansas State University's highest faculty honor as a Distinguished Professor.

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NRI HeraldMay 1, 2026
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Bala Natarajan named Kansas State University Distinguished Professor

Bala Natarajan, a faculty member at Kansas State University, has been named a Distinguished Professor, the university announced. The title is the highest academic honor the university can bestow on its faculty.

Natarajan is a professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. His research focuses on wireless communications, signal processing, and machine learning applications.

The Distinguished Professor designation recognizes exceptional scholarly achievement and sustained excellence in teaching and service. Natarajan joins a select group of faculty who have received this honor.

Natarajan has been with Kansas State University since 2002. He has published extensively and secured significant research funding from federal agencies and industry partners.

Politics desk · May 1, 2026
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