Professor Manish Arora Awarded Prestigious UGC-Raman Post Doctoral Fellowship at Johns Hopkins University, USA

Professor Manish Arora has been awarded the highly prestigious UGC-Raman Post Doctoral Fellowship to pursue advanced research at Johns Hopkins University, USA, one of the world’s leading research institutions.

This remarkable achievement is particularly significant as Professor Arora is recognized as the first scholar from the discipline of Fine Arts in India to receive this distinguished fellowship. The UGC-Raman Fellowship is awarded to outstanding Indian faculty members, enabling them to undertake advanced research and academic collaboration at premier institutions in the United States.

During his fellowship at Johns Hopkins University, Professor Arora engaged with internationally renowned researchers, expanded interdisciplinary research collaborations, and explored innovative approaches at the intersection of design, visual communication, public health, and social impact. His work contributed to strengthening global academic partnerships while bringing international perspectives to design education and research in India.

This achievement reflects Professor Arora’s commitment to academic excellence, research innovation, and the advancement of design-led solutions for societal challenges. It also highlights the growing global recognition of Indian Fine Arts and Design scholarship.

The UGC-Raman Post Doctoral Fellowship stands as a milestone in Professor Arora’s academic journey and serves as an inspiration for students, researchers, and design professionals across the country.