University of Hyderabad Professor T. P. Radhakrishnan selected for Prestigious DAE–Raja Ramanna Chair
DAE–Raja Ramanna Chair for a three-year tenure starting January 2026.
Hyderabad | Campuskatta News : Prof. T. P. Radhakrishnan, Emeritus Professor in the School of Chemistry, University of Hyderabad (UoH), has been selected for the prestigious DAE–Raja Ramanna Chair, a nationally recognised academic honour instituted by the.
The Chair will be held at the University of Hyderabad for a tenure of three years, beginning January 1, 2026.
🎓 Distinguished Academic and Research Career
Prof. Radhakrishnan has been associated with the School of Chemistry at UoH since 1989, where he has played a pivotal role in teaching, research and mentorship. Over the years, he has guided numerous research scholars at the undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral levels, contributing significantly to the development of academic talent in India.
His research spans the broad areas of physical chemistry and materials chemistry, with major contributions to:
- Molecular functional materials
- Nanocomposite thin films
- Advanced methodologies in materials design and characterisation
The concepts and techniques developed by his research group are widely adopted by researchers worldwide.
📚 Author, Editor and Scientific Leader
Prof. Radhakrishnan is the author of the textbook
“Core Concepts for a Course on Materials Chemistry”
published by the Royal Society of Chemistry, London (2022).
He has also served the scientific community through editorial roles, including:
- Associate Editor, Resonance
- Associate Editor, Journal of Chemical Sciences (Indian Academy of Sciences)
- Advisory Board Member, Materials Chemistry Frontiers (Royal Society of Chemistry)
🏅 Fellowships and National Honours
He is a Fellow of all major Science Academies of India, the Institute for Advanced Studies, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, and the Asia-Pacific Academy of Sciences.
His major recognitions include:
- Swarnajayanti Fellowship
- Ramanna Fellowship
- J. C. Bose National Fellowship
- Bronze and Silver Medals of the Chemical Research Society of India
🧪 About the DAE–Raja Ramanna Chair
The DAE–Raja Ramanna Chair (DAE-RRC) is a national-level prestigious scheme of the Department of Atomic Energy aimed at utilising the expertise of retired and eminent scientists, engineers and technologists for advanced research and development.
The Chair supports high-impact research in areas such as:
- Materials science
- Sensors
- Quantum physics
- Atomic energy–related disciplines
- Fundamental and applied sciences
Awarded for a three-year tenure, the Chair strengthens research ecosystems in national laboratories and universities across India.
🌟 A Proud Moment for UoH
The selection of Prof. T. P. Radhakrishnan for the DAE–Raja Ramanna Chair is a significant recognition of his lifelong contributions to science, education and research, and a moment of pride for the University of Hyderabad and the Indian scientific community.
