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IETI Presidents play a pivotal role in guiding the institute's strategic direction, extending its impact, and fostering inspiration across functional work, development, communications, and public affairs. Their duties reflect a commitment to serve without remuneration, embodying a spirit of dedication. This prestigious position is typically held by scholars of high esteem and moral standing in the academic and research community.
The term of the IETI President is 4 years, emphasizing a sustained commitment to leadership and innovation in their field.
The President is elected by the IETI Council, ensuring that the chosen leader has the support and confidence of the institute's governing body to advance its mission and vision.

Presidents (April 2020 - May 2024)
Prof. Dr. M. James C. Crabbe

Oxford University  , UK

Prof. Dr. Ramesh K. Agarwal

Washington University in St. Louis  , USA

Prof. Dr. Michael E. Auer

CTI Global  , Germany

Vice President (2022 February to 2026 March)
Prof. Dr. Federico Rosei

INRS  , Canada

2015 Founding President (Aug. 2015 - March 2020)
Prof. Dr. George Perry

University of Texas at San Antonio  , USA

Prof. Dr. Michael McAleer (deceased in 2021)

University of Sydney  , Australia

Prof. Dr. M. James C. Crabbe

Oxford University  , UK

2018 Vice President (Oct. 2018 - March 2020)
Prof. Dr. Yiu-ming CHEUNG

Hong Kong Baptist University  , Hong Kong

Prof. Dr. Ramesh K. Agarwal

Washington University in St. Louis  , USA

Honorable President
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