Category Archive for: ‘NRI News’
Sunita Williams Reflects on Being Left in Space
Astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams, who have been stranded in space since their Boeing Starliner capsule departed without them, discussed their challenges on Friday. The duo expressed their frustrations over the prolonged mission, which now looks set to extend beyond the initially planned eight …
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Vattikuti Foundation donates $2.8M for AIIMS institute
The Vattikuti Foundation, renowned for its innovations in robotic surgery, is set to revolutionise neurological care in India with a $2.8 million (INR 24 crore) donation. This funding will establish the Vattikuti Institute of Advanced Neurotechnology at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) …
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Dr. Inderpal Randhawa’s AI-Driven Breakthrough in Food Allergy Treatment
Dr. Inderpal Randhawa, an Indian-American physician and researcher, is pioneering a novel method for treating severe food allergies at the Food Allergy Institute (FAI). Randhawa, who established the institute, combines artificial intelligence, data analytics, and immunology in his treatments, using allergen-infused gummy candies to help …
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Mani Skaria: From Texas Citrus Pioneer to India’s Citrus Revolution
Mani Skaria, hailing from Amayannor in Kerala, India, has become a pivotal figure in Texas’s citrus industry. His journey began as an aspiring civil servant, then a teacher in Jordan, and eventually led to a transformative agricultural career in the U.S. Skaria founded U.S. Citrus …
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Amish Shah Triumphs in Phoenix Area Democratic Primary
Indian American and former Arizona state Representative Amish Shah has emerged victorious in the Democratic primary for Arizona’s 1st Congressional District. This district encompasses parts of northeastern Phoenix and three affluent suburbs. Shah’s primary win paves the way for a highly contested election in November, …
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Indian Americans lead top 3 US pharmacy organizations for the first time
Indian Americans have achieved a significant milestone in the United States pharmacy sector as three of their own hold presidential positions concurrently in major organizations. Anandi Law, serving as president of the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy, Nishaminy Kasbekar, president of the American Society …
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16 Indian Americans feature in Business Insider’s ‘The Seed 100’
Several Indian American early-stage investors are among Business Insider’s top contributors to startup success in ‘The Seed 100’ list this year. They play pivotal roles in realizing the ambitions of startup founders by providing crucial initial support and backing innovative ideas. These investors are not …
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Silicon Labs has appointed Radhika Chennakeshavula as its CIO
Radhika Chennakeshavula joins Silicon Labs as CIO Radhika Chennakeshavula will become the Chief Information Officer (CIO) of Silicon Labs on April 24, 2024. Silicon Labs is a leader in safe, intelligent wireless technologies for a more linked world. In addition to managing enterprise applications, coordinating …
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Raja Krishnamoorthi honored by WEF
Indian American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi has been honored with the 2023 Public Officials Award by the Water Environment Federation (WEF) for his remarkable contributions to clean water legislation and advocacy for water safety. The award recognizes his documented and significant efforts in these areas, leading …
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Aditya Kunjapur wins BII Science Prize for Innovation
Aditya Kunjapur, an Indian American biomolecular engineer, has been awarded the 2024 BioInnovation Institute & Science Prize for Innovation for his groundbreaking research aimed at improving the effectiveness of bacterial vaccines. This prestigious prize recognizes scientists who excel in bridging the gap between life sciences …
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