Rajeshwari Chatterjee (1922–2010) Microwave Engineering.

 Rajeshwari Chatterjee (1922–2010)  Microwave Engineering.


Rajeshwari Chatterjee (1922–2010) was a pioneering Indian engineer and academic, celebrated as Karnataka's first female engineer. She made significant contributions to microwave engineering and antenna technology, and was the first woman to join the faculty at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) in Bangalore.

Born on January 24, 1922, in Nanjanagud near Mysore, Karnataka, Rajeshwari Chatterjee hailed from a distinguished family that valued education. She completed her Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Mathematics from Central College, Bangalore, both with top honors. Her academic excellence earned her prestigious awards such as the Mummadi Krishnaraja Wodeyar Award and the Mt. Narayana Iyengar Prize.

In 1946, she secured a scholarship from the Delhi government to pursue higher studies in the United States. She obtained a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Michigan in 1948 and later completed her Ph.D. under the guidance of Professor William G. Dow.

Upon returning to India in 1953, Chatterjee joined the Department of Electrical Communication Engineering at IISc as a faculty member, becoming the institute's first female faculty member. She, along with her husband, Sisir Kumar Chatterjee, established the first microwave research laboratory in India at IISc. Their collaborative research focused on microwave components, antennae, and propagation studies, significantly advancing India's capabilities in microwave engineering.

Throughout her illustrious career, Chatterjee published over 100 research papers and authored several books on microwave engineering and antennas. She supervised numerous doctoral students and served as the chairperson of the Department of Electrical Communication Engineering at IISc until her retirement in 1982.

Awards and Recognitions

Chatterjee's pioneering work earned her several accolades, including:

  • The Mountbatten Prize from the Institute of Electrical and Radio Engineering, UK.

  • The J.C. Bose Memorial Prize for the best research paper from the Institution of Engineers.

  • The Ramlal Wadhwa Award.

  • The Meghnad Saha Award.

Beyond her technical contributions, Chatterjee was deeply committed to social causes, particularly women's education and empowerment. She actively participated in programs with the Indian Association for Women's Studies, advocating for greater inclusion of women in science and technology fields.

Rajeshwari Chatterjee passed away on September 3, 2010, leaving behind a legacy of excellence and breaking barriers for women in engineering. Her life continues to inspire future generations of women to pursue careers in science and technology.


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