Shantha Rajaratnam

Dr. Shanthakumar Wilson Rajaratnam is a distinguished academic and researcher with a strong background in Psychology and Law, having obtained a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) Honours, a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology, and a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Psychology, all from Monash University.

With an impressive academic journey, Dr. Rajaratnam has held various key positions at Monash University, including serving as a Professor, as well as the Academic Head at the School of Psychological Sciences.

Throughout his career, Dr. Rajaratnam has made significant contributions to the field of Psychology and Sleep Medicine, having been a leading figure in multiple organizations such as the Sleep Health Foundation, where he served as the Chair, and the Turner Institute for Brain and Mental Health, where he was the Deputy Director and Director of Industry Engagement and Translation.

In addition to his academic roles, Dr. Rajaratnam has also been involved in prominent international institutions, notably as a Lecturer in Medicine at Harvard Medical School in the Division of Sleep Medicine and as a Research Fellow at the Centre for Chronobiology at the University of Surrey.

Furthermore, Dr. Rajaratnam's expertise extends to leadership positions within the Alertness CRC, where he served as a Program Leader, and he has held the prestigious position of President at the Australasian Sleep Association.

Dr. Rajaratnam's research interests and professional experience highlight his profound knowledge and dedicated work in the fields of Psychology, Sleep Medicine, and Chronobiology, making him a respected figure in academia and the scientific community.