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Announcing the 2026 Recipients of the Mittal Institute Faculty Climate Research Grants

Jan 20, 2026 | Announcements, Climate, Faculty, News

Announcing the 2026 Recipients of the Mittal Institute Faculty Climate Research Grants

The Mittal Institute is pleased to announce its 2026 recipients of the Faculty Climate Research Grants. These grants are designed to foster deeper scholarly engagement on climate change, catalyze the creation of new knowledge, and contribute to the development of sustainable solutions across South Asia. Projects focused on three main research categories: energy transition and energy policy; food systems, agriculture, and land use; and law and policy for climate transition and adaptation.

Watch Now: The Mittal Institute’s Top Event Videos of 2025

Jan 6, 2026 | Community, In Region, News

Watch Now: The Mittal Institute’s Top Event Videos of 2025

In 2024, the Mittal Institute community came together for virtual and in-person events in Cambridge, New Delhi, and beyond, on a diverse array of topics: a deep dive into the impacts of heat, lectures on ancient architecture and global health, an exploration of Bangladesh’s history and future, and much more. View our curated list of some not-to-be-missed events, and visit our YouTube page for more.

A Space Between Selves Exhibition Explores Identity and Cultural Hybridity

Dec 2, 2025 | Announcements, Arts Program, Fellows, India, News

A Space Between Selves Exhibition Explores Identity and Cultural Hybridity

Tresa Abraham, a cultural historian of colonial South Asia with a foundation in literary studies, is the Mittal Institute’s newest Raghunathan Family Fellow. Tresa’s research focus is on the use of wild animals in power negotiations in colonial India. Trained in English literary studies, she approaches the colonial past with a literary lens, weaving together histories of animals, humans, and the empire. We spoke with Tresa about her research, and what she hopes to focus on during her fellowship at Harvard.

Tresa Abraham, Mittal Institute Raghunathan Family Fellow, on How Wild Animals Shaped Power in Colonial India

Nov 25, 2025 | Announcements, Fellows, India, News

Tresa Abraham, Mittal Institute Raghunathan Family Fellow, on How Wild Animals Shaped Power in Colonial India

Tresa Abraham, a cultural historian of colonial South Asia with a foundation in literary studies, is the Mittal Institute’s newest Raghunathan Family Fellow. Tresa’s research focus is on the use of wild animals in power negotiations in colonial India. Trained in English literary studies, she approaches the colonial past with a literary lens, weaving together histories of animals, humans, and the empire. We spoke with Tresa about her research, and what she hopes to focus on during her fellowship at Harvard.

Courses on South Asia at Harvard: Spring 2026

Nov 19, 2025 | Announcements, News, Students

Courses on South Asia at Harvard: Spring 2026

Harvard offers a wide array of courses on South Asia, ranging from language to history, politics, economics, religion, and much more. Check out a selection of what is offered during Spring 2026. Please refer to the Course Catalog for the most up-to-date information. We will continue to add to this list as we hear about more courses.

Climate Extremes and Maternal Well-Being: Lessons from Tamil Nadu, South India

Nov 13, 2025 | Announcements, Associates, Climate, India, News

Climate Extremes and Maternal Well-Being: Lessons from Tamil Nadu, South India

As heatwaves intensify and rainfall patterns shift, the effects of climate change in South Asia are no longer confined to the environment; they’re reshaping lives in deeply personal ways. A new India Development Review article, “In Tamil Nadu, Climate Extremes Are Reshaping Maternal Well-being,” by Mittal Institute Associate Dr. Saravanan Thangarajan explores how these environmental stresses are affecting maternal mental health across India. The research, supported by the Mittal Institute and building upon collaborations from Harvard Medical School and the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, offers powerful insights into the intersection of climate, health, and gender. Dr. Thangarajan, a Visiting Scientist at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and Ariadne Labs, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, gave us an introduction to his article and shared some images from his fieldwork in Tamil Nadu. 

Reflections on Workplace Mental Health: A Formal and Informal Workforce Perspective

Nov 13, 2025 | India, News

Reflections on Workplace Mental Health: A Formal and Informal Workforce Perspective

The webinar, “Reflections on Workplace Mental Health: A Formal and Informal Workforce Perspective,” convened prominent voices from academia, policy, and worker organizations to discuss the critical importance of mental health in both formal and informal work settings. The discussion highlighted how different workplace contexts influence well-being and what steps are needed to build more supportive environments for workers.

Designing for Heat Resilience: Ultra-Low Cost Solutions for Overheating and Sleep Disruption in South Asian Homes

Nov 4, 2025 | Announcements, Climate, Faculty, India, News

Designing for Heat Resilience: Ultra-Low Cost Solutions for Overheating and Sleep Disruption in South Asian Homes

Rising temperatures are pushing Indian cities to the limits of human comfort, with residents in rooftop rooms particularly affected by extreme heat trapped under concrete roofs. To address these challenges, the project “Ultra-Low Cost Solutions for Overheating and Sleep
Disruption in South Asian Homes” was initiated with support from a Mittal Institute Faculty Research grant.