The prestigious Manohar Parrikar Yuva Scientist Award 2025 has been conferred upon Dr. Sai Gautam Gopalakrishnan, Associate Professor of Materials Engineering at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru. Dr. Gopalakrishnan, who leads a pioneering research group in computational materials science, was chosen for his outstanding contributions to advancing material discovery through computational methods and his commitment to mentoring young scientists.
This marks the third edition of the Manohar Parrikar Yuva Scientist Award, a unique initiative by the Government of Goa to encourage young scientific talent across India. The award aims to inspire innovation and scientific excellence that benefit humanity on a large scale. For the 2025 edition, a total of 50 applications were received from leading research institutions across the country. After an extensive evaluation process, 10 candidates were shortlisted for personal interviews. The final selection was made following rigorous scrutiny by an Expert Committee chaired by eminent scientist Dr. Anil Kakodkar.
Carrying a cash prize of ₹5 lakh and a citation, the Manohar Parrikar Yuva Scientist Award currently stands as the highest-value science and technology award in India. It celebrates not only individual achievement but also the spirit of scientific inquiry and national progress envisioned by the late Manohar Parrikar.
The award will be formally presented during the Manohar Parrikar Vigyan Mahotsav, to be held at the National Institute of Oceanography (NIO) in Goa in December 2025.
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