Dr. R. Ratheesh, an accomplished scientist from Kerala, officially taken charge as the Director General of the Centre for Materials for Electronics Technology (C-MET) under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).
Appointment Approved by Cabinet Committee
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet approved the appointment earlier, elevating Dr. Ratheesh from his previous role as Director of C-MET, Hyderabad to the organization’s top leadership position.
Academic Excellence and Global Exposure
Hailing from Melvettoor in Varkala, Thiruvananthapuram, Dr. R. Ratheesh holds a Ph.D. in Physics from Kerala University. His academic journey includes prestigious international research stints, such as the Alexander von Humboldt (AvH) Fellowship in Germany, which reflects his global recognition in the scientific community.
Research Contributions and Industry Impact
With over 120 international publications, a dozen patents, and 30 successful technology transfers to private industries, Dr. Ratheesh has significantly contributed to advancing materials science and technology in India. His expertise has played a vital role in fostering innovation and driving industry collaboration.
Honours and Academic Roles
As reported by thehindu.com, apart from his research achievements, Dr. R. Ratheesh also serves as an Honorary Visiting Chair Professor at IIT Madras, further strengthening academia-industry linkages and nurturing future talent.
