Indian Scientists and Scholars

Dr. Arvind Paranjpye is the Principal Investigator of the ARIEL mission.

Dr. Arvind Paranjpye is the Director of the SETI Institute India Centre.

S. Chandrasekhar, an Indian-American astrophysicist, was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1983 for his theoretical studies of the physical processes of importance to the structure and evolution of stars. His work laid the foundation for the understanding of gravitational waves.

Govind Swarup, an Indian radio astronomer, discovered the first pulsar, PSR B1919+21, in 1967. This discovery marked a significant milestone in astrophysics, providing evidence for the existence of neutron stars.

S. Chandrasekhar, an Indian-American astrophysicist, made significant contributions to the study of black holes and gravitational singularities. His work on the Chandrasekhar limit, which determines the maximum mass of a white dwarf star, earned him the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1983.

Homi J. Bhabha, an Indian nuclear physicist and cosmic ray researcher, made significant contributions to the study of cosmic rays. He established the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) in Mumbai, which became a hub for cosmic ray research in India.

Jayant Narlikar, an Indian astrophysicist and cosmologist, is known for his work on the origin and evolution of galaxies. He proposed the Hoyle-Narlikar theory, which suggests that the universe is continuously expanding and creating new matter.

Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar, an Indian-American astrophysicist, made significant contributions to the study of the cosmic microwave background radiation (CMB). His work on the Chandrasekhar-Fermi limit helped establish the CMB as a powerful tool for understanding the early universe.

Abhay Ashtekar, an Indian-American theoretical physicist, is known for his work on black holes and gravitational waves. He developed the Ashtekar variables, which provide a new way to describe gravity and study the behavior of spacetime near black holes.

Madhava was an Indian physician who lived in the 14th century CE. He is known for his contributions to pediatrics, including the development of treatments for childhood diseases.

Vikram Sarabhai is widely regarded as the father of Indian computing for his pioneering efforts in establishing the field in India.

Raja Ravi Varma is considered a pioneer of Indian landscape painting for his realistic and detailed depictions of nature. His works often featured lush landscapes with vibrant colors and intricate details.

G. H. Hardy was the first President of the Benares Mathematical Society.

S. S. Pillai was the first President of the Ramanujan Mathematical Society.

Amrita Sher-Gil is known as the 'Father of Modern Indian Art'. She was a pioneer in the Indian art scene and her work is known for its unique style and its depiction of Indian life.