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Rice University appoints Sreya Ghose to lead India operations
Ghose will drive Rice’s India partnerships, research collaborations, and innovation ties amid growing U.S.-India academic cooperation.
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Anushka Pathak - Sat, 04, Oct 2025
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Sreya Ghose, director of partnerships and operations, RGI / Courtesy: LinkedIn via Sreya Ghose
Rice University has named Sreya Ghose as the inaugural director of partnerships and operations for Rice Global India (RGI), marking a key step in the university’s expansion into the country’s education and innovation landscape.
Based in Bengaluru, Ghose will lead Rice’s efforts to deepen academic and research collaborations, enhance student exchange programs, and strengthen ties with leading Indian institutions and industries.
Ghose, who has previously advised Rice on international initiatives, brings extensive experience in higher education and innovation networks. Under her leadership, Rice aims to expand faculty-led projects, increase student mobility, and foster research alliances in strategic fields.
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“Appointing Sreya Ghose as director of Rice Global India is a significant step in advancing Rice’s priorities in India and the world,” said Caroline Levander, Rice’s vice president for global strategy. She said Ghose’s expertise and network within India’s education sector will help position Rice as a key collaborator in addressing global challenges such as climate change, energy transitions, biotechnology, and artificial intelligence.
“I was drawn to this role because it combines two things I’m deeply passionate about—building bridges across cultures and strengthening higher education partnerships,” Ghose said. She added that India’s growing role as a research and innovation hub provides valuable opportunities for mutual learning and collaboration.
Levander said the move aligns with Rice’s 'Momentous: Personalized Scale for Global Impact' strategic plan, which focuses on expanding the university’s global footprint and advancing solutions to global challenges.
Looking ahead, Ghose envisions Rice emerging as a preferred partner for Indian universities, industries, and policymakers. “Rice Global India has already moved from concept to action,” she said. “Now it’s about translating that momentum into long-term, impactful partnerships.”
Since its launch, RGI has established partnerships with top Indian institutions, including the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK) and the Indian Institute of Science (IISc). These collaborations have already resulted in initiatives such as the Rice–IITK Center for Energy Solutions and several joint research projects.
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