Indian-Origin MIT Faculty Honored with Major Engineering and Science Awards

Two Indian-origin faculty members at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have been recognized with major awards in engineering and science. The honors highlight their significant contributions to their respective fields.

Professor Arup Chakraborty, an MIT Institute Professor, was awarded the 2023 National Medal of Technology and Innovation. He is recognized for his work in immunology and vaccine development, including contributions to understanding immune responses and designing vaccines.

Professor Sangeeta Bhatia, an MIT professor of health sciences and technology and electrical engineering and computer science, received the 2023 National Medal of Science. Her research focuses on applying engineering principles to medicine, particularly in liver disease and cancer.

Both awards are among the highest honors in the United States for technological and scientific achievement. The professors were recognized for their groundbreaking research and its impact on society.