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Dr. Krishnaswamy Kasturirangan, an eminent space scientist, has received several awards and honors for his significant contributions to space science and technology. Some of the notable recognitions include:
1. **Padma Shri**: He was honored with the Padma Shri, one of India's highest civilian awards, in 1982.
2. **Padma Bhushan**: Dr. Kasturirangan received the Padma Bhushan, another prestigious civilian award, in 1992, for his outstanding contributions to space research.
3. **Doctor of Science (Honoris Causa)**: He has been conferred with honorary Doctor of Science degrees by several esteemed universities in India and abroad, recognizing his remarkable achievements in the field of space science.
4. **Vikram Sarabhai Memorial Gold Medal**: Dr. Kasturirangan was awarded the Vikram Sarabhai Memorial Gold Medal by the Indian Science Congress Association in 2000 for his exceptional contributions to space science.
5. **Honorary Fellowship**: He is an Honorary Fellow of the Indian Academy of Sciences, Indian National Science Academy, and the National Academy of Sciences, India.
6. **NASA Public Service Group Achievement Award**: In 2013, he was part of the NASA Mars Science Laboratory (Curiosity Rover) Mission that received the NASA Public Service Group Achievement Award.
These awards and honors reflect Dr. Kasturirangan's outstanding contributions and leadership in the field of space science and technology, both in India and on the international stage.