Dr. Ramalatha Marimuthu

Dr. Ramalatha Marimuthu
Director, iExplore Foundation
Ombudsman, IEEE Computer Society 2022 & 2023
Secretary, IEEE Computer Society 2021
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Hello fellow IEEEians!! It has been an incredible journey for me with IEEE for the past twenty plus years. I wish to convey my heartfelt thanks to every one of you for shaping me into what I am today.

I am truly grateful to have been a part of IEEE, meeting top calibre technologists from both academia and industry who have supported me, mentored me and helped me in my career growth and personal life. My research in assistive technology has led me to identify the needs of the community around us and using technology try to fulfil those needs. With IEEE, it has been a great opportunity for me to pursue this path of Humanitarian Technology and satisfy that passion. 

About Me

I am Dr. Ramalatha Marimuthu, Director of the iExplore Foundation for Sustainable Development, a researcher, educator, and mentor dedicated to driving impactful change through technology and education. With expertise in Assistive Technology, I have led groundbreaking research projects and collaborated with global experts to develop innovative solutions for marginalized communities. My work has been showcased at renowned institutions, including Google, Mountain View, and leading universities worldwide.

As an educator, I have been instrumental in pioneering curriculum development and establishing industry-collaborative labs in animation and gaming. Through strategic partnerships with universities in the US and Japan, I have nurtured assistive technology teams focused on empowering individuals with special needs. My leadership of IEEE YESIST12, a global social innovation initiative spanning 30+ countries, has driven scalable solutions that benefit diverse communities.

Beyond research and education, I am deeply committed to social impact. As the founder of the Returning Mothers Conference, I advocate for women’s workforce re-entry, striving for gender inclusivity and societal balance. My contributions have been recognized with prestigious awards from IEEE, Lions Club, Anita Borg Institute for Women and Computing, the Government of Tamil Nadu, Rotary International, and other esteemed organizations.

With inspiration from great mentors such as Dr. Abdul Kalam who shaped my thoughts, I commit myself to challenge the  young minds—guiding them to become the next generation of socially responsible engineers, innovators, and entrepreneurs. My journey is driven by a passion for leveraging technology to create a more inclusive and sustainable future.

Dr. Ramalatha Marimuthu

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