Dirk Kutscher Reappointed as Internet Research Task Force (IRTF) Chair

IAB Executive Administrative Manager <execd@iab.org> Mon, 26 October 2026 18:27 UTC

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As part of its oversight responsibility for the Internet Research Task 
Force (IRTF), the IAB is responsible for selecting the IRTF Chair. 

After a call for nominations[1] and seeking feedback from the 
community[2], the IAB has reappointed Dirk Kutscher[3] as the IRTF 
Chair for the 2027-2029 term.

The IAB thanks Dirk for his willingness to continue to serve the 
community in this capacity. The IAB would also like to thank everyone 
who provided feedback during this process.


[1] https://www.iab.org/announcements/call-for-nominations-irtf-chair/
[2] https://www.iab.org/announcements/feedback-on-irtf-appointment/
[3] https://datatracker.ietf.org/person/Dirk%20Kutscher