Prof. Srinivasa Murty Srinivasula takes charge as director of IISER Thiruvananthapuram
Prof. Srinivasa Murty Srinivasula has been appointed as the fourth director of IISER Thiruvananthapuram. A distinguished biologist with extensive international research experience, he previously served in various administrative roles at the institute.
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Leadership changes at premier research institutions like IISER significantly influence the direction of scientific research and academic policy in India.
Distinguished scientific and academic leader Srinivasa Murty Srinivasula took charge as the fourth director of IISER Thiruvananthapuram on Thursday (July 9, 2026).
This is a straightforward biographical announcement regarding an academic appointment.
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