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2026 Alumni Award Winners

Our 2026 winners are entrepreneurs, scientists and changemakers redefining what is possible. From clean energy and public health to education and social impact, their work is shaping a fairer, more sustainable future for communities around the world.

H.E. Khunying Kalaya Sophonpanich

From her PhD in nuclear physics, to ministerial positions in the Thai government, Khunying Kalaya (PhD Physics 1970) has built an extraordinary career across education, technology and the environment.

2026 Alumni Award winner Muh Agung Saptura

Muh Agung Saputra

As CEO and founder of Surplus Indonesia, Muh Agung Saputra (MSc Environmental Technology 2019) has helped tens of thousands of restaurants, cafes and small businesses redistribute their unsold produce at affordable prices, reducing waste, food insecurity and pollution.

Jade Oyateru

As COO and co-founder of Uncover beauty, Jade Oyateru (MBA 2018) has revolutionised the skincare industry, building a brand that is both proudly African and globally relevant.

Dr Mariatulqabtiah Abdul Razak

Through her work in vaccinology, Dr Mariatulqabtiah Abdul Razak (PhD Clinical Medicine 2011) has earned national and international recognition. A co recipient of the L’Oreal UNESCO Women in Science Award (Malaysia, 2022), she has inspired young women the world over.

Dr Jiajun Cen

A pioneer in the clean energy sector and Forbes 30 Under 30, Dr Jiajun Cen (PhD Chemical Engineering 2020) is the CEO and founder of climate tech company AQUABATTERY.

Dr Ibolya Kepiro

Dr Ibolya Kepiro (PhD Physics 2011) is a leading expert in biometrology. Her pioneering work has led to novel standards that underpin life-saving research in vaccinology, virology and drug development.

Dr Joana Moscoso

As the Director of Native Scientists, Dr Joana Moscoso (PhD Life Sciences Research 2013) works to ensure that young children have the chance to engage with science in their native language or in their hometowns.

Kolawole Osinowo

As CEO of Izili, Kolawole Osinowo (MBA 2020) is an emerging leader in social innovation who has dedicated his career to improving access to technology and clean, reliable energy across Africa.

Dr Tunde Oyebamiji

Combining medicine, research and digital innovation to improve trauma outcomes, Dr Tunde Oyebamiji (MPH Public Health 2023) has launched two mission-driven ventures in Nigeria that save lives and strengthen emergency care systems for tens of thousands of patients.

Our 2025 winners are innovators, STEM role models and trailblazers in their sectors. From tackling climate change to preventing pandemics, their work addresses today’s most pressing problems to create a better tomorrow for everyone.

Abdirahman Ismail

Abdirahman Ismail (MEng Civil Engineering 2021) is a leading structural engineer, innovating sustainable designs and mentoring aspiring engineers.

Alastair Kilgour

Alastair Kilgour (MSc Management Science 1981) is the co-founder of Parkwalk Advisors who have invested £500 million into university spinouts.

Ellin Ivarsson

Ellin Ivarsson (MSc Transport and Business Management 2015) is a transport innovator, recognised for her impact in the UK and Latin America.

Professor Filipe Pereira

Professor Filipe Pereira (PhD Biomedical Sciences 2009) is an emerging leader in the field of molecular medicine and cellular reprogramming.

Jon Arizti Sanz

Jon Arizti Sanz (MEng Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering 2018) is revolutionising infectious disease diagnostics and pandemic prevention.

Lucy Jung

Lucy Jung (MSc Innovation Design Engineering 2019) founded Charco Neurotech, a company transforming the lives of people with Parkinson’s disease.

Dame Maggie Aderin-Pocock

Dame Maggie Aderin-Pocock (Physics 1990, PhD Mechanical Engineering 1993) is a leading space scientist and science communicator.

2025 Alumni Award winner Shiladitya Ghosh

Dr Shiladitya Ghosh

Dr Shiladitya Ghosh (MEng Chemical Engineering 2016, PhD Chemical Engineering 2021) is co-founder of Mission Zero, a CO₂ capture company.

Our 2024 winners are using technology and innovation to tackle the biggest issues our society faces, making lasting changes to their industries, pushing boundaries and opening doors for others to follow in their footsteps.

Alexandre Tourre

Alexandre Tourre (MSc Computing 2009) is the co-founder of Easy Solar, providing power to 200k homes across Sierra Leone.

Professor David Larbalestier

Professor David Larbalestier (Metallurgy 1965, PhD 1970) is a world leader in superconducting materials and their translation into magnets.

Dr Giuliana Di Martino

Giuliana (PhD Physics 2014) is a renowned expert in low-power, sustainable electronic devices and already the head of a research group.

Dr Jean Marc Feghali and Gökhan Meriçliler

Jean Marc (MEng Civil Engineering 2018, PhD 2022) and Gökhan (MSc Business Analytics 2022) are the creators of WeWalk, the smart cane manufacturer.

Lola Aworanti-Ekugo

Lola (MBA 2019) is a digital and innovation expert steering organisations towards an innovative and sustainable future using technology.

Miroslav Gasparek

Miroslav (MEng Biomedical Engineering 2019) is the founder of Sensible Biotechnologies, a developer of novel mRNA production technology.

Professor Monique Frize

Monique (MPhil Electrical Engineering 1970) has pushed the boundaries of clinical engineering for over five decades.

Professor Phebe Vayanos

Phebe (MEng Electrical & Electronic Engineering 2007, PhD Computing 2012) designs trustworthy AI to support effective and equitable decision making.

Ron Atzmon

Ron (MBA 2002) founded AU10TIX, an identity verification technology solution, used by companies such as Google and PayPal, with a value of over $300m.

Dr Wareed Alenaini

Wareed (MRes Chemistry 2014) has created AI biotechnology that detects chronic conditions related to aging and frailty.

Our 2023 winners are shaping the net-zero journey, changing our understanding of how our planet works, defining the technologies of tomorrow, working towards equal access to reliable and sustainable energy, advocating for the next generation and pioneering new approaches to mental health.

Emerging Alumni Award Winner 2023 Amina Al-Yassin

Dr Amina Al-Yassin

GP Amina (Medicine 2011) dedicates her life to improving mental health and ensuring that children around the world grow up to be happy and healthy.

Dr Brian Wang

Brian (PhD Medicine 2019, MBBS 2021) founded In2MedSchool to give young people from all walks of life the chance to pursue a career in medicine.

Emerging Alumni Leader Award winner 2023 Christiana Udoh

Dr Christiana Udoh

Christiana (MSc Chemical Engineering 2014, PhD 2018) has developed cutting-edge processes to transform waste and CO2 into low-carbon aviation fuel.

Christopher Hopper

Christopher (MEng Electrical & Electronic Engineering 2011) co-founded Aurora Solar, now worth over $4 billion, with a vision of clean energy for all.

Emerging Alumni Leader Award winner 2023 Clementine Chambon

Dr Clementine Chambon

Clementine (PhD Chemical Engineering 2017) is transforming the lives of millions of farmers in India through access to affordable tech.

Erblin Ribari

Erblin (MSc Investment & Wealth Management 2019) works for a startup connecting fragmented communities and is working to create big change in Kosovo.

Distinguished Alumni Award winner 2023 Stephen Sparks

Professor Sir Stephen Sparks

Stephen (Geology 1971, PhD 1974) is a pioneer in volcanology who has significantly expanded scientific understanding and advised goverments globally.

Groundbreaking researchers, green energy innovators, revolutionary medics, leaders, mentors and role models. Our 2022 Alumni Award winners aren't afraid to stand up for their beliefs and pave the way for the next generation.

Dr Azeem Alam BEM

Azeem (Medicine 2015) is co-founder of medical education platform BiteMedicine, the author of several research papers and an accomplished musician.

Dr Chiara Bucciarelli-Ducci

Cardiologist, fearless CEO, mentor and risk-taker, Chiara's (PhD Medicine 2012) spirited approach to life has seen her win several prestigious awards.

Dr Harsh Pershad

Harsh (Chemistry 1996, MBA 2014) is an energy innovation specialist, inspiring passion for change and encouraging LGBT+ visibility in the workplace.

Mervin Azeta

A tragic loss, due to a power outage, inspired Mervin (MSc Sustainable Energy Futures 2015) to dedicate herself to making energy available to all.

Dr Nik Kotecha OBE

Nik (PhD Chemistry 1992) improves life for millions through his company and foundation, making quality healthcare affordable and accessible worldwide.

Dr Reeba Oliver

Reeba (PhD Medicine 2009) established the UK's first walk-in clinic for victims of female genital mutilation as well as a clinic for the homeless.

Professor Sir Stephen Holgate CBE

Stephen (Medicine 1971) has made an enormous contribution to respiratory research, including a landmark case to name air pollution as cause of death.

Dr Tasos Kounoudes

Tasos (PhD Electrical & Electronic Engineering 2000) founded one of the first R&D tech companies in Cyprus, the award-winning SignalGeneriX.

Tony Shen

Tony (MEng Aeronautics 2007) is a leader in Asian aerospace, addressing sustainability and tackling gender imbalance in STEM.

Val Yap

Val (MSc Management 2012) is the author of Balls Inc and founder of PolicyPal, changing how people manage insurance policies in Asia and beyond.

Research stars, entrepreneurs, doctors, coders and a ground-breaking Ambassador. Mentors, champions and game-changers. We are proud to announce the winners of Imperial's 2021 Alumni Awards, which celebrate outstanding achievements within our community.

Dr Abdullah Dafir Albeyatti

Abdullah (MBBS Medicine 2011) works as a GP. But he’s also CEO of Medicalchain, an award-winning tech company.

Dr Ali Baghdadi

Ali (MSc Computing 1977 and PhD Computing 1979) founded Aptec while at Imperial, later selling the company to Ingram Micro, a Fortune 100 business.

Dr Anna Stejskalová

Anna (PhD Bioengineering 2018) is a women's health expert and co-founder of an international network of Czech scientists.

Divya Gupta

Highly Commended. Divya (MSc Management 2013) is the co-founder and CEO of momzjoy.com.

Dr Gabriele Messori

From heatwaves to heavy rain, Gabriele (PhD Atmospheric Physics and Dynamics 2013) is on a mission to educate others about climate extremes.

Dr Manuel Piñuela

Highly Commended. Manuel (PhD Electrical and Electronics Engineering 2013) has launched three start-ups bringing innovative technology to the market.

Dr Marily Nika

Marily (PhD Computing 2014) works as a Speech AI Product Manager for Google, and has co-founded communities empowering women in tech.

Dr Paul Atherton

Paul (PhD Physics 1978) co-founded his first company, Queensgate Instruments, while at Imperial. He continues to mentor start-ups at UK universities.

Dr Reza Jarral

GP and humanitarian doctor, Reza (MBBS Medicine 2010) tackles structural inequities in healthcare, creating the healthcare tools of tomorrow.

Ambassador Yvette Stevens

Yvette (MSc Electrical Power Systems and Machines 1974) began as a barefoot girl fetching water and became Director at the UN.

From groundbreaking medics to volunteers, charity founders, space scientists and entrepreneurs. Meet our inspiring inaugural Alumni Award winners.

Professor Angela Vincent

Angela (Westminster Hospital Medical School 1966) has made an outstanding contribution to the field of neuroimmunology through her research

Arjun Panesar

Arjun (MEng Computing 2006) is Founding CEO and Head of AI at Diabetes Digital

Dr Aula Abbara

Aula (MBBS Medicine 2005, MD(Res) 2017) is a consultant in infectious diseases and co-founded Health Professionals for Global Health

Ayesha Ofori

Ayesha (MSci Physics 2007) launched an investment business to held deliver more affordable housing in the UK

Harris Bokhari

Harris (BSc Mathematics 1999) is the founder of two charities - the Patchwork Foundation and the Naz Legacy Foundation - and a government advisor

Dr Mohammedabbas Khaki

Mohammedabbas (MBBS Medicine 2010) is a GP and founding chair of international charity Who is Hussain

Dr Veeru Kasivisvanathan

Veeru (MBBS Medicine 2009) is a world expert in the field of prostate cancer diagnosis whose work has led to changes in the NICE guidelines

Dr Veronica Bray Durfey

Veronica (PhD Earth Science & Engineering) is a Spacecraft Operations Engineer for NASA and an Associate Staff Scientist at the University of Arizona

Contact us about the Alumni Awards

alumniawards@imperial.ac.uk