| Indian Institute of Science | INDIA
Prof. Paramesh H is a distinguished pediatrician, environmental health expert, and academician with extensive national and international experience. He has served as a Visiting Professor across multiple countries including the USA, Nepal, Canada, the U.K., Australia, and Italy. In India, he has held key academic roles such as Visiting Professor at the Divecha Centre for Climate Change, IISc, and Advisor to institutions like the Tamil Nadu SDGCC Technical Advisory Group (Health & Nutrition) and the Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Public Health.
He has also contributed significantly to academic governance as a member of academic councils and research assessment committees across reputed universities.
Research Contributions & Scientific Work
Prof. Paramesh has made pioneering contributions in the fields of pediatric respiratory health, allergy, immunology, and environmental health, particularly focusing on air pollution and its impact on child health.
- Principal Investigator for aeroallergen studies funded by the Government of India
- Contributor to international consensus on childhood asthma (ICON 2012)
- One of eight global opinion leaders featured in Lancet Respiratory Medicine (2018)
- Over 138 research publications, contributions to 50+ textbooks, and development of training modules
- Delivered 815+ invited scientific talks and received 51 oration/keynote honors
His research has directly influenced public health policies, including anti-smoking legislation and environmental interventions in India.
Leadership & Institutional Roles
Prof. Paramesh has held numerous leadership positions across medical, environmental, and public health organizations:
- National President, Indian Academy of Pediatrics (2014–15)
- Founder President, Pediatric Allergy Association of India
- Founder Chairman, Allergy & Immunology Chapter (IAP)
- Chairman, Technical Advisory Committee, Karnataka State Pollution Control Board
- Chairman, H1N1 Control Core Committee (Govt. of Karnataka)
- Director, International Network on Children’s Health, Environment and Safety (INCHES), Amsterdam
- Member and advisor to WHO, UNICEF, UNDP, and Government of India health initiatives
He has also played a key role in pandemic preparedness, climate-health policy, and sustainable urban health planning.
International Recognition & Collaborations
Prof. Paramesh is globally recognized for his expertise in climate change and health:
- Member, WHO-NGO Climate & Health Working Group (Geneva)
- Invitee to the WHO World Health Assembly since 2008
- Contributor to global pediatric immune system research collaborations
- Lead, Future Earth – South Asia Health Sensitization initiatives
Awards & Honors
He has received numerous prestigious recognitions for his contributions:
- Karnataka Rajya Parisara Prashasthi (Environmental Award) – 2001
- Lifetime Achievement Award (International Asthma Forum, USA) – 2007
- Kempegowda Award – 2011
- Athi Vishistha Paryavaran Mitra Award – 2013
- Exemplary Service Award (IAP) – 2018
- Multiple Lifetime Achievement Awards (2021, 2022)
- Fellowships: FICS, FICCP (2022)
- White Coat Legend of India – 2024
Impact on Policy & Society
His work has significantly influenced national environmental and health policies:
- Contributed to Supreme Court interventions on air pollution
- Influenced anti-smoking legislation in Karnataka
- Research cited in Parliament discussions on occupational health
- Played a role in shaping urban environmental health frameworks
Eligibility for Distinguished Researcher Award
Prof. Paramesh H is eminently eligible for the Distinguished Researcher Award in Scientific Laurels owing to his outstanding and sustained contributions to pediatric respiratory medicine, allergy and immunology, and environmental health. With over 138 peer-reviewed publications, numerous textbook chapters, and extensive national and international collaborations, his research has significantly advanced scientific understanding of air pollution and its impact on child health. His work has not only achieved global recognition—through associations with WHO, international consensus groups, and leading journals—but has also directly influenced public health policies, including anti-smoking legislation and environmental regulations in India. As a principal investigator, advisor to global agencies, and leader in multiple academic and professional bodies, he has demonstrated exceptional research leadership and societal impact. His three decades of interdisciplinary research, combined with prestigious awards and international acknowledgment, strongly position him as a deserving candidate for this distinguished honor.