Anantha Chandrakasan Becomes First Indian-Born Provost of MIT
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has appointed Professor Anantha Chandrakasan as its next Provost, making him the first Indian-born academician to hold the prestigious position. A pioneer in electrical engineering and computer science, Chandrakasan will take charge on July 1, 2025, succeeding Cynthia Barnhart. In this role, he will guide MIT’s academic affairs, financial planning, and strategic initiatives.
This historic appointment has garnered attention globally as Anantha Chandrakasan, an Indian-American scientist and administrator, will now oversee MIT’s institutional and academic planning as Provost, one of the highest academic leadership roles at the university. His ascension reflects MIT’s commitment to global excellence and diversity in leadership.
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