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G-INews, KANPUR — January 4, 2026 — In a proud moment for the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur, two of its distinguished faculty members, Prof. Amit Agarwal from the Department of Physics and Prof. Yogesh Singh Chauhan from the Department of Electrical Engineering, have been elected as Fellows of the Indian Academy of Sciences (IASc).
The election to the Academy is a coveted recognition in the Indian scientific community, reserved for researchers who have demonstrated outstanding contributions and sustained excellence in their respective fields.Pioneering Research in Physics and EngineeringThe two newly elected Fellows represent the cutting edge of theoretical and applied research at IIT Kanpur:
Prof. Amit Agarwal (Physics): A theoretical condensed matter physicist, Prof. Agarwal is renowned for his work on quantum many-body effects and transport properties in low-dimensional systems.
His research into topological materials and nanoscale device modeling recently earned him the prestigious Vigyan Yuva Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award in 2025.
Prof. Yogesh Singh Chauhan (Electrical Engineering): An IEEE Fellow and expert in semiconductor device modeling, Prof. Chauhan is a lead developer of industry-standard models used worldwide for designing integrated circuits (ICs) in mobile phones, 5G technology, and space applications.
A Testament to Academic LeadershipThe Director of IIT Kanpur and the entire campus community have extended their heartiest congratulations to the duo. This honor not only highlights the individual brilliance of Prof. Agarwal and Prof. Chauhan but also reaffirms IIT Kanpur’s position as a premier hub for world-class research and innovation.”This recognition stands as a testament to their outstanding contributions to research and academic excellence,” the Institute stated in its congratulatory message.
The Indian Academy of Sciences, founded in 1934 by Sir C.V. Raman, continues to play a vital role in promoting and upholding the cause of science across the nation by honoring its most impactful scientists.
