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Dr. Sanjay S. Reddy Honoured with Faculty Award
Sanjay S. Reddy, MD, FACS, the Division Chief of Surgical Oncology at Fox Chase Cancer Center, was recently honoured with the 2024 Medical Staff Executive Committee Faculty Citizenship Award. This accolade recognizes individuals who demonstrate exceptional connection, compassion, and dedication in their care. Robert Uzzo, …
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Arvind Ravinutala Joins Fruit Street Health as CMO
Fruit Street Health, a recognized diabetes prevention program by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), has appointed Dr. Arvind Ravinutala as its new Chief Medical Officer. Dr. Ravinutala, an Indian American physician, brings over 12 years of experience in internal medicine and has …
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Sunita Williams Reflects on Being Left in Space
Astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams, who have been stranded in space since their Boeing Starliner capsule departed without them, discussed their challenges on Friday. The duo expressed their frustrations over the prolonged mission, which now looks set to extend beyond the initially planned eight …
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Vattikuti Foundation donates $2.8M for AIIMS institute
The Vattikuti Foundation, renowned for its innovations in robotic surgery, is set to revolutionise neurological care in India with a $2.8 million (INR 24 crore) donation. This funding will establish the Vattikuti Institute of Advanced Neurotechnology at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) …
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Dr. Inderpal Randhawa’s AI-Driven Breakthrough in Food Allergy Treatment
Dr. Inderpal Randhawa, an Indian-American physician and researcher, is pioneering a novel method for treating severe food allergies at the Food Allergy Institute (FAI). Randhawa, who established the institute, combines artificial intelligence, data analytics, and immunology in his treatments, using allergen-infused gummy candies to help …
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Mani Skaria: From Texas Citrus Pioneer to India’s Citrus Revolution
Mani Skaria, hailing from Amayannor in Kerala, India, has become a pivotal figure in Texas’s citrus industry. His journey began as an aspiring civil servant, then a teacher in Jordan, and eventually led to a transformative agricultural career in the U.S. Skaria founded U.S. Citrus …
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Amish Shah Triumphs in Phoenix Area Democratic Primary
Indian American and former Arizona state Representative Amish Shah has emerged victorious in the Democratic primary for Arizona’s 1st Congressional District. This district encompasses parts of northeastern Phoenix and three affluent suburbs. Shah’s primary win paves the way for a highly contested election in November, …
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GIA Names Pritesh Patel as New CEO & President
The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) has officially named Pritesh Patel as its next President and Chief Executive Officer. Patel, currently serving as GIA’s Chief Operating Officer, will step into his new role on August 4. With nearly a decade of leadership at the Institute, …
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Indian American Drives Battery Recycling Breakthrough
Indian American entrepreneur Balki Iyer is transforming the clean energy sector with his New York-based startup, Bridge Green Upcycle. A Binghamton University alumnus, Iyer blends cutting-edge technology with a deeply personal mission—recycling end-of-life lithium-ion batteries to reduce emissions and reclaim valuable minerals. His company operates …
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Sridhar Chillara to Lead South Asians for Jack 2025
In a major community event in Edison, NJ, gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli officially named Sridhar Chillara as Chairman of the South Asian American Coalition for Jack 2025. This appointment marks a significant push to engage over 1 million South Asian residents across New Jersey ahead …
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Indian Americans lead top 3 US pharmacy organizations for the first time
Indian Americans have achieved a significant milestone in the United States pharmacy sector as three of their own hold presidential positions concurrently in major organizations. Anandi Law, serving as president of the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy, Nishaminy Kasbekar, president of the American Society …
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16 Indian Americans feature in Business Insider’s ‘The Seed 100’
Several Indian American early-stage investors are among Business Insider’s top contributors to startup success in ‘The Seed 100’ list this year. They play pivotal roles in realizing the ambitions of startup founders by providing crucial initial support and backing innovative ideas. These investors are not …
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Silicon Labs has appointed Radhika Chennakeshavula as its CIO
Radhika Chennakeshavula joins Silicon Labs as CIO Radhika Chennakeshavula will become the Chief Information Officer (CIO) of Silicon Labs on April 24, 2024. Silicon Labs is a leader in safe, intelligent wireless technologies for a more linked world. In addition to managing enterprise applications, coordinating …
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Raja Krishnamoorthi honored by WEF
Indian American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi has been honored with the 2023 Public Officials Award by the Water Environment Federation (WEF) for his remarkable contributions to clean water legislation and advocacy for water safety. The award recognizes his documented and significant efforts in these areas, leading …
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Aditya Kunjapur wins BII Science Prize for Innovation
Aditya Kunjapur, an Indian American biomolecular engineer, has been awarded the 2024 BioInnovation Institute & Science Prize for Innovation for his groundbreaking research aimed at improving the effectiveness of bacterial vaccines. This prestigious prize recognizes scientists who excel in bridging the gap between life sciences …
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Dr. Ashish S. Patel named chief at Phoenix Children’s
Phoenix Children’s Hospital, a premier acute pediatric facility in Arizona, has appointed Ashish S. Patel, MD, an Indian American, as physician-in-chief of its expanding health system. Dr. Patel now heads four of the hospital’s eight clinical centers, including Emergency and Diagnostic Medicine, the Center for …
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GOPIO convention: Diaspora Indian opportunities
The annual convention of the Global Organization of People of Indian Origin (GOPIO) is scheduled to take place from April 26 to April 28 in New Jersey, under the theme “Opportunities for Diaspora Indians in India’s Big Manifest Future.” According to a press release, the …
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Bhavini Patel loses to Summer Lee in PA 12th district
Bhavini Patel, an Indian American, faced defeat in her attempt to unseat progressive Democrat Rep. Summer Lee in Pennsylvania’s 12th Congressional District. Lee secured nearly 61 percent of the votes, confirming the strength of the progressive wing of the Democratic Party in Western Pennsylvania. During …
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Mati Carbon Wins $50M XPRIZE for Rock-Based CDR
Mati Carbon, a U.S.-based startup founded by Indian American entrepreneur Shantanu Agarwal, has won the $50 million XPRIZE Carbon Removal award backed by Elon Musk’s foundation. Beating out 1,300 teams from 88 nations, Mati stood out for its sustainable carbon dioxide removal (CDR) strategy using …
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Three Indian Americans Win 2025 Flinn Scholarship
Twenty high school seniors from Arizona have been named recipients of the 2025 Flinn Scholarship, the state’s most prestigious merit-based award, according to a press release dated April 17, 2025. Among them are three Indian American students — Jishnu Nayak, Smilangi Sidhugari, and Sudeep Vattikuti …
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