Wednesday, May 14 2025 | Time 06:41 Hrs(IST)
States » SouthPosted at: May 13 2025 3:10PM


CSIR-IICT’s scientist awarded INSA distinguished Lecture Fellowship 2025

Hyderabad, May 13 (UNI) Dr Surya Prakash Singh, Senior Principal Scientist at the CSIR–Indian Institute of Chemical Technology (CSIR-IICT), Hyderabad, has been awarded the prestigious INSA Distinguished Lecture Fellowship for 2025 by the Indian National Science Academy (INSA).
This esteemed recognition highlights the achievements of exceptional young scientists across India.
Dr Singh becomes the first scientist from CSIR-IICT and the city of Hyderabad to receive this honour, marking a significant milestone for both the institute and the region.
He leads an innovative research group at CSIR-IICT, focusing on translational research in sustainable energy and materials science. His work emphasises the design of advanced molecular materials—particularly photosensitisers—to enhance the efficiency of next-generation solar technologies, including dye-sensitized, organic, and perovskite solar cells. His interdisciplinary approach combines organic chemistry, materials science, and device engineering to address critical challenges in renewable energy.
One of Dr Singh’s notable accomplishments is the development of neutral, non-toxic, stable, and highly fluorescent BODIPY dyes for mitochondrial imaging in biological systems, a breakthrough with promising applications in biomedical research.
Dr Singh has received numerous accolades throughout his career, including the CRSI Bronze Medal (2024), NASI-Young Scientist Platinum Jubilee Award (2012), AVRA Young Scientist Award (2015), and the Bhaskara Advanced Solar Energy Fellowship awarded by the Indo-U.S. Science and Technology Forum (IUSSTF).
He was also recognised by the Council of Science & Technology, Government of Uttar Pradesh, and elected as an INSA Associate Fellow in 2024.
He has authored over 245 research papers in leading international journals such as Journal of the American Chemical Society (JACS), Angewandte Chemie, Advanced Functional Materials, and Chemical Communications. His pioneering work continues to advance scientific understanding while addressing global needs in clean energy and sustainable technologies, a statement here said on Tuesday.
UNI VV ARN
Tags: #CSIR-IICT’s scientist awarded INSA distinguished Lecture Fellowship 2025
More News

Charminar charms World: Miss World 2024 contestants celebrate Hyderabad's heritage

13 May 2025 | 11:00 PM

Hyderabad, May 13 (UNI) As part of the Miss World 2024 celebrations hosted in Hyderabad, 109 contestants representing countries from across the globe took part in a vibrant Heritage Walk at the iconic Charminar on Tuesday, immersing themselves in the city's rich culture and history.

see more..
Stalin in Ooty : Feeds elephants at Theppadu camp, inaugurates Mahout village, other facilities

Stalin in Ooty : Feeds elephants at Theppadu camp, inaugurates Mahout village, other facilities

13 May 2025 | 10:10 PM

Chennai, May 13 (UNI) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin who is on an official tour to Ooty in the hilly Nilgiris district, visited the Theppakadu Elephant camp, fed the pachyderms and inaugurated housing facilities for the mahouts and Kavadis (caretakers) and interacted with them on Tuesday evening.

see more..

Farmer gets highest income through horticulture: AP CM

13 May 2025 | 9:14 PM

Vijayawada, May 13 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, on Tuesday told the officers to widely encourage horticulture in all parts of the State, except in the Godavari and Krishna delta areas setting a target of earning a minimum Rs 1 lakh per acre per year by farmers.

see more..
BC, SC, ST backlog posts must be filled in two Telugu states: R Krishnaiah

BC, SC, ST backlog posts must be filled in two Telugu states: R Krishnaiah

13 May 2025 | 9:07 PM

Hyderabad, May 13 (UNI Rajya Sabha Member and National President of the BC Welfare Association, R Krishnaiah, has demanded that the Chief Ministers of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana take urgent steps to fill backlog vacancies reserved for BC, SC, and ST communities.

see more..

Minister Savitha assures of providing infrastructure to establish industries

13 May 2025 | 9:02 PM

Anantapur, May 13 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Minister for BC Welfare S Savitha reiterated the Government’s commitment to provide required infrastructure to establish industries and encourage enthusiastic entrepreneurs.

Minister Savitha performed bhoomi pooja for the establishment of MSME Park at Roddam in Penukonda constituency on Tuesday. The MSME Park is coming up in 59.37 acres of land.

see more..