Varun KARAMSHETTY

Varun Karamshetty is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Information Systems and Analytics at the National University of Singapore (NUS) School of Computing. He holds a PhD in Technology and Operations Management from INSEAD and a Master's in Applied Mathematics from the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Pune. His research bridges Information Systems and Operations Management, focusing on sustainability and social impact, particularly in healthcare supply chains and digital platforms' effects on traditional industries.

Education:

• BS and MS in Applied Mathematics, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Pune
• PhD in Technology and Operations Management, INSEAD

Research Interests:

• Applied Econometrics and RCTs
• Impact of e-marketplaces on operational efficiency
• Digital transformation in healthcare and F&B sectors
• Social impact of platforms in developing economies

His recent work includes analyzing how informal borrowing practices among Nairobi pharmacies mitigate inventory imbalances, as well as studying platform effects on food waste and restaurant demand. He has been recognized with consecutive NUS Teaching Excellence Awards (2022, 2023).