Sharma is known for his path-breaking work and contribution in the field of basic and applied research of malaria and vector biology. He is spearheading the ‘Safe Water’ campaign of the National Academy of Sciences, India launched during the Year of Science. His work on popularisation of science, creating awareness and science education programmes of NASI, including in very remote areas, are widely appreciated .
SK Modi, President, GM Modi Foundation, said, “A malariologist like Dr Sharma is to be credited for bringing the nation at the frontier of the international scientific community. We, at The Gujar Mal Modi Science Foundation, feel delighted and proud to recognise such invaluable research of our distinguished scientists, and will continue to be committed to carrying forward our efforts and dedication on bringing to light such achievements.”
EP News Bureau – Mumbai