Dr. R. Siddhart Srivatsav
Assistant Professor
Department of Optometry
Qualification: PhD
CURRENT ACADEMIC ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
Dr. Siddhart has completed his doctorate in colour vision, blur perception and has experience in conducting behavioural and electroencephalography experiments. He conducts basic science research in vision science and in childhood visual impairments.
SUBJECTS CURRENTLY TEACHING
| Subject | Semester / Year |
|---|---|
| Ocular Basic Science-II | 2nd Semester |
| Visual perception | 4th Semester |
| Ocular Microbiology and Pharmacology | 4th Semester |
| Occupational and Community Optometry | 6th Semester |
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
| Degree | Specialisation | Institute | Year of passing |
|---|---|---|---|
| PhD | Cognitive and Brain Sciences, Psychology | University of Nevada, Reno | 2018 |
| Masters in Optometry | Optometry | Elite School of Optometry, Chennai/BITS, Pilani | 2009 |
| Bachelors in Optometry | Optometry | Elite School of Optometry, Chennai/BITS, Pilani | 2007 |
Experience
| Institution / Organisation | Designation | Role | Tenure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlas Skilltech University, India | Associate Professor, uGDX School of Technology | Associate Dean - Research | September 2021 – January 2024 |
| LVPrasad Eye Institute, India | Research Associate | Post-doctoral fellow | July 2018 – August 2021 |
| University of Buraimi, Oman | Lecturer of Optometry | Faculty | Aug 2012 – July 2014 |
AREAS OF INTEREST, EXPERTISE AND RESEARCH
Area of Interest
Visual psychophysics, visual perception
Area of Expertise
Colour vision, EEG, psychophysics, blur perception, visual development
Area of Research
Colour vision, Blur Perception, life with longterm visual impairment