Srinivasa Lakshminarasimhan, Ph.D.

Education

Ph.D., Physics, University of Missouri–Rolla (now Missouri University of Science and Technology)

M.S., Physics, Indian Institute of Technology Madras

B.S., Physics, University of Madras

Biography

Dr. L. Srinivasa Varadharajan is a researcher, educator, and technology innovator whose work spans artificial intelligence, healthcare technology, computational science, and sustainable development. He earned a Ph.D. from the University of Missouri–Rolla (now Missouri University of Science and Technology) and a Master of Science from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras. With more than 23 years of professional experience across academia, research, and industry, he has focused on applying data science and intelligent technologies to address complex healthcare and societal challenges. His areas of interest include the early diagnosis of neurological disorders and diseases, healthcare at scale, telemedicine, and sustainable development. Dr. Lakshminarasimhan has authored numerous publications and educational resources, including works on Python programming, data analysis, and scientific computing. His research and professional activities emphasize the responsible application of technology to improve healthcare accessibility, operational efficiency, and quality of life.

Selected Publications

• Special Functions for Optical Science and Engineering (SPIE Press, 2015)
• Understanding Optics with Python (CRC Press/Taylor & Francis, 2018)