Personal Information

Full Name: Sourav Pal

Nickname: Dr. Sourav Pal Leader in Quantum Chemistry

Country/State: India

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Languages Known: English, Bengali, Hindi

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Food Habit: Not Public

Religion: Not Public

Hobbies: Quantum chemistry research Scientific writing Academic leadership Mentoring young researchers Reading scientific literature

Education

School: Schooling in West Bengal (specific details not widely documented)

College: Schooling in West Bengal (specific details not widely documented)

Degrees Obtained: BSc in Chemistry MSc in Chemistry PhD in Quantum Chemistry

Physical Stats

Height: 175 cm

Weight: 75 kg

Family Information

Parents: Not Public

Siblings: Not Public

Marital Status: married

Wife: Not Public

Children: 0

Career

Current Position: Quantum Chemist and Science Administrator Former Director, CSIR–National Chemical Laboratory (NCL)

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Net Worth: Not Public

Awards & Achievements: Padma Shri Award Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize for Chemical Sciences Former Director of CSIR–NCL President, Indian National Science Academy (former) International recognition for contributions to quantum chemistry Key contributor to strengthening computational chemistry research in India

Biography Details

Sourav Pal is one of India’s leading quantum chemists, internationally recognised for his work in electronic structure theory and computational chemistry. Educated in India, he developed a strong foundation in quantum chemistry and went on to establish a globally respected research programme.

As Director of the CSIR–National Chemical Laboratory, he played a pivotal role in modernising research infrastructure, promoting interdisciplinary science and strengthening industry–academia collaboration. His leadership extended beyond administration, contributing to national science policy and research governance.

As a researcher, teacher and mentor, Pal has influenced generations of chemists and computational scientists. His work continues to shape the direction of quantum chemistry research in India.

• Continues to be widely cited in quantum and computational chemistry research

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• Featured in 2025 discussions on science leadership and research governance

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• Recognised for long-term contributions to Indian chemical sciences and institutions

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