The Infosys Science Foundation has announced the distinguished winners of the Infosys Prize 2025 during a ceremony held in Bangalore on November 12, 2025. This prestigious award celebrates exceptional researchers under the age of 40 who are making significant contributions across multiple academic disciplines.
Celebrating Excellence Across Disciplines
Now in its 17th year, the Infosys Prize continues to recognize outstanding work in six key categories: mathematical sciences, physical sciences, life sciences, engineering and computer sciences, economics, and humanities and social sciences. Each laureate receives a gold medal, an official citation, and a substantial cash award of $100,000.
The annual award specifically targets researchers under 40 years of age, highlighting the foundation's commitment to encouraging young talent who are reshaping their respective fields through innovative thinking and groundbreaking research.
Meet the 2025 Infosys Prize Laureates
Mathematical Sciences
Sabyasachi Mukherjee, Associate Professor at the School of Mathematics at Tata Institute of Fundamental Research in Mumbai, received recognition for his transformative work in conformal dynamics. His research has profound implications across physics, fluid dynamics, and data sciences.
Economics
Nikhil Agarwal, Paul A Samuelson Professor at MIT, was honored for his innovative work on market design for allocation mechanisms. His research provides crucial insights that influence policy design and implementation strategies.
Humanities and Social Sciences
Andrew Ollett from the Department of South Asian Languages and Civilizations at the University of Chicago earned the prize for his expertise in multiple languages including Sanskrit, Prakrit, Kannada, Tamil, old Javanese, and Chinese. His work explores the cultural relationship between Prakrit and Sanskrit languages.
Physical Sciences
Karthish Manthiram, Professor of Chemical Engineering at Caltech, was recognized for demonstrating how renewable electricity can perform selective yet efficient synthesis of chemicals. His research has significant applications in agriculture and industrial processes.
Life Sciences
Anjana Badrinarayanan, Associate Professor at the National Centre for Biological Sciences in Bangalore, received the award for her work on genome maintenance and repair mechanisms. Her research reveals fundamental principles of how DNA damage gets repaired, providing new insights into evolutionary processes.
Engineering and Computer Sciences
Sushant Sachdeva from the Mathematical and Computational Sciences at the University of Toronto was honored for his work addressing numerous algorithmic challenges that impact modern society.
A Legacy of Recognizing Young Talent
The Infosys Prize has established itself as one of India's most prestigious academic awards, consistently identifying and celebrating researchers who are pushing the boundaries of knowledge. By focusing on scholars under 40, the foundation ensures that promising young minds receive recognition and support during the most productive phases of their careers.
The 2025 winners represent diverse fields but share a common thread of excellence and innovation. From ancient language studies to cutting-edge DNA research and sustainable energy solutions, these laureates demonstrate the wide-ranging impact of academic research on society and industry.
The ceremony in Bangalore brought together leading figures from academia, industry, and research, highlighting the growing importance of scientific recognition in India's development story. The Infosys Prize continues to inspire a new generation of researchers to pursue excellence and make meaningful contributions to their fields.
