Sugata Bose

Sugata Bose is the Gardiner Professor of Oceanic History and Affairs at the Department of History, Harvard University, and serves as a Faculty Associate. He specializes in modern South Asian and Indian Ocean history, bridging political economy, culture, and global imperial connections.

• Harvard University (Current)
• University of Cambridge (PhD)

His research explores themes of nationalism, colonialism, and economic development in South Asia. Key works include A Hundred Horizons (2006) on Indian Ocean networks and His Majesty’s Opponent (2011) on Subhas Chandra Bose. His publications span agrarian economies, labor systems, and postcolonial political transitions.

Recent works emphasize transregional connectivity, anti-colonial resistance, and economic historiography, with recurring focus on Bengal's socio-economic structures and global imperial frameworks.

Scientific Awards:

• Guggenheim Fellowship (1997)