The Central University of Technology, Free State (CUT), congratulates Prof. Rangith Baby Kuriakose, Associate Professor, on achieving a 2026 National Research Foundation (NRF) C-rating, recognising him as an established researcher.

With 17 years of experience in higher education and research, Prof. Kuriakose specialises in Smart Manufacturing and emerging industrial technologies, including digital twins, the Industrial Internet of Things and intelligent manufacturing systems.

His research track record includes more than 40 accredited publications, over 400 Google Scholar citations and approximately R40 million in research funding. He also contributes to academic leadership, postgraduate supervision and international research collaboration.

This rating recognises the quality and impact of research assessed through local and international peer review. CUT celebrates Prof. Kuriakose’s contribution to research excellence, technological innovation and the advancement of knowledge.

Congratulations to Prof. Kuriakose, on this significant achievement!