Rishihood University Appoints Ewald Prize Awardee Dr. Gautam R. Desiraju as Dean of SASTech

Commenting on this recent appointment, Prof. (Dr.) Shobhit Mathur, Vice Chancellor, Rishihood University, says, “Dr. Desiraju’s appointment marks a significant step in our journey to build a tech school that is not only industry-relevant, but also intellectually rigorous and rooted in long-term scientific thinking. His  unparalleled contributions to science, global academic stature, and commitment to intellectual depth align seamlessly with our vision of building a future-ready institution. At Rishihood, we are intentional about bringing the finest minds to our campus. With Dr. Desiraju at the helm of SASTech, we are confident of shaping a technology school that is deeply rigorous, globally connected, and rooted in meaningful scientific inquiry.”

Dr. Gautam R. Desiraju also shared his thoughts on the appointment, stating, “Technology turns scientific insights into infrastructure, enabling us to become self-reliant and innovative on the global stage. Technology needs to be repurposed for a new Bharat and in this context, I am pleased and honoured to be named the first Dean of the new Sajjan Agarwal School of Technology (SASTech) in Rishihood University. SASTech’s vision of nurturing systems-level thinking and addressing complex, real-world challenges in domains such as artificial intelligence, robotics, cybersecurity, quantum computing, and biotechnology is both timely and necessary. I look forward to contributing to an academic environment that brings together research, education, and innovation in a meaningful and sustained manner.”

Dr. Desiraju’s association is expected to strengthen the university’s academic ecosystem, drive cutting-edge research, and foster interdisciplinary innovation. His leadership will play a pivotal role in shaping SASTech into a hub of excellence that bridges foundational science with emerging technological frontiers.

About: Rishihood University

Rishihood University is reimagining higher education as a force for national transformation. It shapes learners for personal growth, professional excellence, and public impact in an industry-integrated, values-first learning environment. With an interdisciplinary approach that integrates technology, entrepreneurship, design, mental wellness, and public policy; Rishihood aims to create a new generation of conscious professionals.

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