The award is being conferred on them jointly for their significant contributions in the fields of missile technology and remote sensing, Managing Trustee of Dr Y Nayudamma Memorial Trust, P Vishnu Murthy said in a release here today.
He said that this is the first time in the annals of the trust that two eminent women scientists are being concurrently honoured.
The scientists will be awarded in a ceremony to be held here on March 1.
Raman Magsaysay Award recipient Professor Shanta Sin ha will present the award to Dr Thomas and Varadan.
The Dr Y Nayudamma Memorial Award was instituted in 1986 by Dr Yelavarthy Nayudamma Memorial Trust to commemorate the distinguished scientist and internationally renowned leather technologist, Nayudamma.
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors


Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share


Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor


Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements


Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app
