Saroj Chandrasekhar Memorial Award 2025

The Saroj Chandrasekhar Memorial Award, 2025, invites applications from women scientists in the fields of Biosciences and Biotechnology. This prestigious award recognizes the outstanding contributions and potential of women researchers in their third or fourth year of doctoral studies.

The award, instituted by the Chandrasekhar Foundation, celebrates the memory of Prof. Saroj Chandrasekhar, whose groundbreaking work in tuberculosis research revolutionized the understanding and treatment of the disease.

About Prof. Saroj Chandrasekhar

Prof. Saroj Chandrasekhar was a pioneering microbiologist whose research significantly advanced the understanding of tuberculosis.

• Education:
  • B.Sc. from St. Xavier’s College, University of Bombay (1947).
  • Ph.D. in Bacteriology from Imperial College of Science and Technology, UK (1950).
• Career Milestones:
  • Post-doctoral fellowship at the Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi.
  • Full professor and head of the Department of Microbiology, Vallabhbhai Patel Chest Institute, University of Delhi.
  • Visiting faculty member at Johns Hopkins University, USA, conducting pivotal research in tuberculosis pathogenesis.

Her research demonstrated the existence of cell-wall-deficient forms of tubercle bacilli, leading to a better understanding of how tuberculosis persists and reactivates in the human body. Prof. Chandrasekhar’s work continues to influence modern treatments for tuberculosis.

Eligibility Criteria

Award Details

• Presentation Date:
  • The award will be presented on National Technology Day, May 11, 2025, at IIT Kanpur.
• Application Deadline:
  • Applications must be submitted by February 1, 2025.
• Award Scope:
  • Recognition of excellence in research and potential contributions to Biosciences and Biotechnology.

How to Apply?

1. Submit Application Online:
   • Complete the application form at Chandrasekhar_Award_2025_Submission_Form.
2. Letters of Reference:
   • Arrange for 2 to 3 letters of reference to be submitted directly via Chandrasekhar_Award_2025_LettersOfReference_only.

Why Apply for This Award?

• Gain recognition for your contributions to Biosciences and Biotechnology.
• Join the legacy of Prof. Saroj Chandrasekhar, a trailblazer in tuberculosis research.
• Enhance your academic and professional credentials with a prestigious award.

Contact Information

For more details, visit the official award announcement page or contact the Chandrasekhar Foundation.

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