Personal Information

Full Name: Thalappil Pradeep

Nickname: Not Public

Country/State: India

Date of Birth: 1969-04-07

Languages Known: English, Malayalam, Hindi

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Food Habit: Vegetarian

Religion: Hindu

Hobbies: Reading, science outreach, mentoring students, music

Education

School: Not publicly disclosed

College: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras

Degrees Obtained: Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry PhD in Chemistry

Physical Stats

Height: 170 cm

Weight: 70 kg

Family Information

Parents: Not Public

Siblings: Not Public

Marital Status: married

Wife: Not Public

Children: 0

Career

Current Position: Nanotechnologist, Professor of Chemistry

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Net Worth: Not Public

Awards & Achievements: Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize for Chemical Sciences Infosys Prize in Engineering and Computer Sciences Padma Shri Multiple national and international innovation awards Recognised globally for low-cost nanotechnology-based water filters

Biography Details

T. Pradeep is a leading Indian nanotechnologist and professor at IIT Madras, internationally known for developing nanotechnology-based water purification solutions.

His work has enabled the removal of toxic contaminants such as arsenic from drinking water, directly impacting millions of people.

He is widely respected for translating advanced scientific research into affordable technologies that address critical societal challenges, particularly access to clean water.

In 2025, T. Pradeep continued advancing large-scale deployment of nanotechnology-based water purification systems across rural and underserved regions. He also led international collaborations focused on sustainable clean-water solutions and science-driven public welfare initiatives.

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