The Optica Foundation announced Dr. Ritu Raj Singh, Assistant Professor of ECE Department from NSUT Delhi, is one of 10 exceptional early-career members who will serve as the 2024 class of Optica Ambassadors. Optica identifies an annual class of Ambassadors as part of a program to elevate leaders early in their careers, which makes this more than a designation from the society.
As an Ambassador, Dr. Ritu Raj Singh will provide career advice, technical knowledge, and mentorship. He will receive a lifetime Ambassador distinction visible in the member directory for his continuing efforts.
Dr. Ritu Raj Singh recently established an Optica Chapter at NSUT Delhi, and serves as advisor of the "NSUT Delhi Optica Student Chapter".
Established in 2002, the Optica Foundation carries out charitable activities in support of the society’s student and early career communities. It cultivates the next generation of leaders and innovators as they navigate advanced degree programs and become active members of research, engineering and business worldwide. The foundation also works to secure the endowments for Optica’s awards and honors programs. The foundation is registered as a 501(c)(3) non-profit. For more information, visit optica.org/foundation.
Optica (formerly OSA), Advancing Optics and Photonics Worldwide, is the society dedicated to promoting the generation, application, archiving, and dissemination of knowledge in the field. Founded in 1916, it is the leading organization for scientists, engineers, business professionals, students, and others interested in the science of light. Optica’s renowned publications, meetings, online resources, and in-person activities fuel discoveries, shape real-life applications and accelerate scientific, technical and educational achievement. For more information, visit optica.org.