Yuva Scientist Award 2025 Conferred on Dr. Sai Gautam Gopalakrishnan Facts for Exams

• Dr. Sai Gautam Gopalakrishnan , Associate Professor of Materials Engineering at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru , has been awarded the Manohar Parrikar Yuva Scientist Award 2025 for his outstanding contributions to computational materials science .

1. About the Award

• Name: Manohar Parrikar Yuva Scientist Award 2025

• Recipient: Dr. Sai Gautam Gopalakrishnan (IISc, Bengaluru)

• Field: Computational Materials Science

• Cash Prize: ₹5 lakh (highest among national S&T awards)

• Instituted in Memory of: Former Defence Minister & Goa CM Manohar Parrikar

• Presentation Ceremony: Manohar Parrikar Vigyan Mahotsav , December 2025

2. About Dr. Sai Gautam Gopalakrishnan

• Position: Associate Professor, Department of Materials Engineering, IISc Bengaluru

• Research Focus:

  • Computational materials modelling and atomic-level simulations

  • Integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in materials design

  • Development of sustainable and advanced materials for energy storage , aerospace , electronics , and manufacturing industries

• His research aims to accelerate innovation in sustainable technologies and industrial materials development .

3. Selection Process

• Total Applicants: 50 scientists from top national institutions

• Shortlisted Candidates: 10

• Selection Committee Chair: Dr. Anil Kakodkar , eminent nuclear scientist and former Chairman of Atomic Energy Commission

• Selection based on originality, innovation, and societal impact of research.

4. Exam-Oriented Highlights

• Award Name: Manohar Parrikar Yuva Scientist Award

• Year: 2025

• Winner: Dr. Sai Gautam Gopalakrishnan (IISc Bengaluru)

• Field: Computational Materials Science

• Cash Prize: ₹5 lakh

• Committee Chair: Dr. Anil Kakodkar

• Event: Manohar Parrikar Vigyan Mahotsav, December 2025