M Sankaran Age, Wiki and Bio

M Sankaran

Quick Info

ProfessionSpace Scientist
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth01/01/YYYY
AgeUnknown
BirthplaceTamil Nadu, India

Physical Stats & More

Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorSalt & pepper (partially bald)

Educational Qualification(s)

Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree in Physics1985

Relationships & More

Marital StatusNot known

Family

SpouseNot known

Career

Awards
  • ISRO's Performance Excellence Award for 2017
  • ISRO Team Excellence Awards in 2017 and 2018

Some Lesser Known Facts

M Sankaran, an Indian space scientist, gained recognition after the Chandrayaan 3 mission in 2023.
He has contributed to ISRO space projects for over 35 years, joining ISRO in 1986 at the ISRO Satellite Centre (ISAC).
His work spans diverse projects like solar arrays, power systems, and RF communication systems for satellites in different orbits and space missions.
Sankaran is known for his expertise in developing systems for ISRO satellites, including interplanetary missions like Chandrayaan and the Mars Orbiter Mission.
In 2015, he became the Group Director for the Power System Group and, in 2021, he was appointed as the Director of the U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC).
As part of the Chandrayaan 3 team in 2023, Sankaran worked alongside other key members, contributing to the successful landing on the Moon’s South Pole.
His famous speech after the Chandrayaan 3 landing emphasized the importance of both support and constructive criticism in mission achievements.
Furthermore, M Sankaran has published scientific papers on solar panel and battery system fabrication and testing.