Prof Rajasekhar Balasubramanian joins The World Academy of Sciences’ 2026 class of Fellows
Professor Rajasekhar Balasubramanian from the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering in the College of Design and Engineering at NUS, has been honoured as a Fellow of The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS). Among the 63 new, esteemed fellows in the class of 2026, Prof Balasubramanian is the only honouree from Singapore and is one of the 6 new fellows under the scientific division of Earth, Climate and Environmental Sciences.
TWAS is a merit-based science academy where new members are elected by existing members – internationally renowned scientists who are recognised by their counterparts.
This prestigious fellowship acknowledges Prof Balasubramanian’s pivotal work in the field of atmospheric chemistry, particularly for his trailblazing contributions in aerosol research. Beyond research, he has guided air‑quality policy and conducted impactful public outreach and sustainability education, distinguishing him as a leading academic.
