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Indian Researcher Wins Global Wiley Research Prize
22 Jan
Summary
- Dr. Chandrakant Lahariya is the first Indian to win the Wiley Research Prize.
- He won the 'Impact Beyond Academia' category for research contributions.
- Lahariya's research focuses on vaccination and primary healthcare.
Dr. Chandrakant Lahariya, a distinguished health policy researcher and former World Health Organisation (WHO) staff member, has achieved a significant milestone by winning the Wiley Research Heroes Prize 2025. This achievement marks him as the first and only Indian recipient to date, standing out among over 2,000 nominations worldwide.
Dr. Lahariya was recognized in the 'Impact Beyond Academia' category. His work has been lauded for its innovative and impactful approach to research, influencing policy in crucial areas such as vaccination, maternal and child health services through conditional cash transfers, and primary healthcare. He is among five global researchers celebrated for their outstanding contributions.
