Amrita IQAC Head Nominated to Global IEEE Committees

Dr. Prashant R. Nair, Associate Director of the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore, has been nominated to prestigious global committees of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) for the year 2026. The nomination places him in influential roles within IEEE’s Membership and Educational Activities (EA), one of the world’s largest professional bodies dedicated to advancing technology for humanity.

Dr. Nair has been nominated to serve on two important international committees: the IEEE Educational Activities Pre-University Education Coordinating Committee and the IEEE Member and Geographic Activities (MGA) Member Benefits Portfolio Advisory Committee. These committees play a strategic role in shaping IEEE’s global initiatives related to early education outreach, member engagement, and professional value creation across regions.

The IEEE Educational Activities Pre-University Education Coordinating Committee focuses on strengthening science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education at the school level worldwide. The committee works on policy direction, program coordination, and global collaboration to inspire students and educators toward technology-driven learning pathways. Dr. Nair’s nomination reflects recognition of his academic leadership and his contribution to educational quality and innovation.

The IEEE MGA Member Benefits Portfolio Advisory Committee, on the other hand, is responsible for advising on the development and enhancement of benefits offered to IEEE members globally. The committee evaluates member needs, reviews existing programs, and recommends initiatives to improve professional growth, networking, and career advancement opportunities for IEEE’s diverse global membership.

Apart from his role at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Dr. Nair has been actively involved in leadership and voluntary capacities across several national and international professional bodies. His engagement spans organisations such as the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM), Computer Society of India (CSI), Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers (IETE), and the Indian Science Congress Association (ISCA). Through these platforms, he has contributed to academic governance, professional development, and knowledge dissemination.

Dr. Nair’s nomination is seen as a significant achievement for Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, reinforcing its presence in global academic and professional networks. It also underscores the institution’s commitment to quality assurance, educational excellence, and international collaboration in higher education.