Rosalind Franklin University Taps Michigan State Research Leader as EVP
Event summary
- Narayanan Parameswaran named EVP for Research at Rosalind Franklin University, effective December 2, 2026.
- Parameswaran previously oversaw $130M in sponsored research awards at Michigan State University.
- Appointment aligns with RFU's focus on translational research and community-engaged initiatives.
- Parameswaran's expertise includes inflammation, innate immunity, and gut-bone interactions research.
The big picture
The appointment reflects a strategic push by Rosalind Franklin University to strengthen its research capabilities amid increasing competition for biomedical funding. Parameswaran's background in large-scale research administration and cross-institutional collaboration positions RFU to enhance its translational research output and industry partnerships. His focus on inflammation and immunity research aligns with growing interest in gut-bone interactions and immune system modulation.
What we're watching
- Research Funding
- How Parameswaran's experience securing NIH and industry funding will impact RFU's research enterprise.
- Industry Collaboration
- Whether RFU's Innovation and Research Park will expand partnerships under new leadership.
- Translational Research
- The pace at which Parameswaran can bridge academic research with healthcare and community applications.