Four Indian Americans representing the fields of cybersecurity, psychology, medicine, and biotechnology have been included in the Carnegie Corporation of New York’s “Great Immigrants, Great Americans” list for 2026. The annual recognition highlights naturalized U.S. citizens who have made outstanding contributions to the nation’s progress across professional and academic domains.
The 2026 list features 25 immigrants from 21 different countries, released as the United States approaches the 250th anniversary of its independence. The honorees will be celebrated during the organization’s traditional Fourth of July campaign, which honors the role of immigrants in shaping American society and its global leadership.
Among the Indian-origin recipients is Nikesh Arora, originally from Uttar Pradesh, who serves as chairman and CEO of Palo Alto Networks. He is widely regarded as a leading force in the global cybersecurity industry and has played a key role in strengthening digital security solutions for enterprises worldwide.
Also recognized is Mahzarin Banaji, born in Hyderabad and currently a professor at Harvard University. She is a prominent social psychologist known for her groundbreaking research on implicit bias, which has influenced academic thinking and public understanding of human behavior and decision-making.
Dr. Sanjiv Chopra, born in New Delhi, is another honoree. He is a respected physician and educator at Harvard Medical School and is internationally known for his expertise in liver diseases as well as his contributions to medical education and public health awareness.
Reshma Kewalramani, originally from Mumbai, completes the group. She is the president and CEO of Vertex Pharmaceuticals, a leading global biotechnology company, where she has overseen advancements in innovative drug development and healthcare solutions.
In addition, Yale University professor Sunil Amrith, who was born in Kenya and is of Indian origin, was also included in the list.
Indian Americans have consistently featured in the Carnegie recognition program over the years, reflecting their growing influence across science, technology, medicine, and public service. Previous honorees include figures such as Abhijit Banerjee, Ashish Kumar Jha, Gita Gopinath, Kamlesh Lulla, Vivek Murthy, Shantanu Narayen, and Sundar Pichai, highlighting a sustained legacy of achievement and impact in the United States.
