Scientist of the Year Award by DRDO

The Scientist of the Year Award is a prestigious award presented by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) to recognize outstanding scientific contributions of its employees. The award is given every year to a scientist or engineer who has made significant contributions to the development of defence technologies in India.

Recipient of the Award

The Scientist of the Year Award for the year 2021 has been awarded to Hemant Kumar Pandey, a scientist at the Defence Institute of Physiology and Allied Sciences (DIPAS), DRDO, for his significant contributions in the field of combat casualty reduction. Pandey has been instrumental in developing various technologies and products to improve the survivability of combat casualties.

Contributions of Hemant Kumar Pandey

Hemant Kumar Pandey has been working in the field of physiology for over two decades and has made significant contributions in the areas of hypoxia, altitude physiology, and thermal stress. His research has led to the development of several life-saving technologies and products.

Pandey has developed a unique technology for the detection of hypoxia, a medical condition caused by the deficiency of oxygen in the body. He has also developed several products for the detection and treatment of hypothermia, a condition caused by exposure to extreme cold.

Pandey has also worked on the development of a portable oxygen generation system that can be used to provide oxygen to soldiers in the field. This technology has proved to be very useful in remote and high-altitude areas where oxygen is scarce.

Conclusion

Hemant Kumar Pandey's contributions to the field of combat casualty reduction have been significant, and his work has resulted in the development of several life-saving technologies and products. The Scientist of the Year Award is a recognition of his hard work, dedication, and scientific contributions to the defence sector.