Barani Raman

Barani Raman is a Professor of Biomedical Engineering at the McKelvey School of Engineering, Washington University in St. Louis. His research integrates computational neuroscience, neuromorphic engineering, and sensor technologies to develop bio-inspired systems with applications in biomedical devices, environmental monitoring, and security. He holds a PhD from Texas A&M University and joined Washington University in 2010 after postdoctoral training at NIH and NIST.

Education:

• PhD, Texas A&M University, 2005
• MS, Texas A&M University, 2003
• B.Eng., University of Madras, 2000

Research Interests: His lab explores how the brain processes sensory signals (e.g., olfactory cues) and translates these insights into technologies like electronic noses and neuromorphic devices. Recent work includes serotonin’s role in locust olfaction and nanoparticle interactions with neurons for treating neurological disorders.

Grants & Collaborations:

• $650,000 NSF Convergence Accelerator grant (2024) for water quality monitoring and electronic nose development
• Collaborations with Srikanth Singamaneni on neuroengineering

He leads the Raman Lab and is affiliated with the Center for Science and Engineering of Living Systems and the Imaging Science PhD Program.