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Arup K. Chakraborty is a leading figure in the field of Chemical Engineering, Physics, and Chemistry at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where he holds the prestigious John M. Deutch Institute Professorship. Over his 25-year career, Chakraborty's research has dramatically shaped the understanding of immune response mechanisms and vaccine design. He served as the founding Director of MIT’s Institute for Medical Engineering and Science and is a founding member of the Ragon Institute of MIT, Massachusetts General Hospital, and Harvard. His work integrates concepts from statistical physics with virology and immunology, focusing on topics such as T cell signaling, virus evolution, antibody responses, and the role of phase separation in gene regulation. Chakraborty has made significant contributions to understanding the adaptive immune response, receiving numerous awards and accolades, including the NIH Director’s Pioneer Award and the E. O. Lawrence Medal. He is a recognized Fellow of the American Academy of Arts & Sciences and has been elected into the National Academies of Sciences, Medicine, and Engineering. In addition to his research, he is noted for his teaching excellence, having received multiple awards for his educational contributions.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology • Cambridge, MA
The highest faculty honor awarded at MIT, focusing on research and teaching in Chemical Engineering, Physics, and Chemistry.