Published on: 16 October 2026, 2:38PM

Professor Akshay Kumar Rathore Receives 2026 IEEE Industry Applications Society Distinguished Service Award

Professor Akshay Kumar Rathore from the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE), National University of Singapore (NUS), has received the 2026 Distinguished Service Award from the IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS) in recognition of his “leadership in establishing new IAS activities and expanding IAS programs.”

Established in 1988, the award recognises individuals who demonstrate outstanding dedication and service to the IEEE Industry Applications Society. Professor Rathore’s achievement marks a significant milestone, as he is the first recipient of the award from Asia and the Pacific (IEEE Region 10), bringing this recognition to NUS and Singapore.

The award was presented at the Awards Luncheon during the 2026 IEEE Energy Conversion Congress and Exposition (ECCE) and IAS Annual Meeting in Vancouver, Canada, on 8 October 2026. The award comprises a plaque and a monetary prize of US$5,000.

NUS ECE congratulates Professor Rathore on this distinguished recognition of his leadership and contributions to the IEEE Industry Applications Society.