Dr. Shivkumar Kalyanaraman Appointed as CEO of Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)
Dr. Shivkumar Kalyanaraman has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), replacing Professor Abhay Karandikar, who was previously acting as the CEO.
The Department of Science and Technology (DST) Secretary, Professor Abhay Karandikar, officially handed over the charge of ANRF CEO to Dr. Shivkumar Kalyanaraman. With this appointment, Dr. Shivkumar is set to lead ANRF in its mission to seed, grow, and promote research and development (R&D) initiatives across India.
ANRF aims to foster a culture of research and innovation throughout the country’s universities, colleges, research institutions, and R&D laboratories. As the CEO, Dr. Shivkumar will oversee strategies that enhance scientific research, industrial collaborations, and technological advancements in India.
Dr. Shivkumar Kalyanaraman is a distinguished scientist with an extensive background in technology and research. Before his appointment as ANRF CEO, he served as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for Energy Industry, Asia at Microsoft.
Dr. Shivkumar holds prestigious accolades and fellowships, including:
His experience in technology, research, and innovation positions him as an ideal leader for ANRF, ensuring the foundation achieves its scientific and research goals.
The Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) is an apex body designed to provide high-level strategic direction for scientific research in India. The foundation was created based on the recommendations of the National Education Policy (NEP) and aims to transform India into a global research and innovation hub.
Under Dr. Shivkumar Kalyanaraman’s leadership, ANRF is expected to:
With his rich background in technology and research, Dr. Shivkumar’s appointment is a crucial step towards making ANRF a key player in India’s R&D ecosystem.
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Why in News? | Dr. Shivkumar Kalyanaraman appointed as CEO of ANRF, replacing Prof. Abhay Karandikar. |
Who is Dr. Shivkumar? | Former CTO for Energy Industry, Asia at Microsoft, IIT Madras alumnus, IEEE Fellow, ACM Distinguished Scientist. |
What is ANRF? | Apex body for scientific research & innovation, established as per National Education Policy (NEP). |
ANRF’s Role | Enhancing R&D, industry-academia collaborations, innovation, and funding. |
Key Goals Under New CEO | Strengthening India’s research ecosystem, increasing global ranking in R&D, and fostering interdisciplinary innovation. |
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