Dr. Sabesan Sithamparanathan, a distinguished British Tamil scientist and entrepreneur, was recently honored with the Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) medal, presented to him by the Prince of Wales, Prince William, in recognition of his exceptional services to innovation technology and his dedication to promoting Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education. Originally from Jaffna, Sri Lanka, Dr. Sithamparanathan has made significant contributions to the field of technology, pioneering advancements that impact a wide array of industries.
Awarded in the King’s 2024 New Year Honours List, this prestigious accolade celebrates Dr. Sithamparanathan’s journey from academia to impactful real-world innovation. As the founder of PervasID, he brought to market a cutting-edge real-time location tracking system, designed to optimize operations across various sectors, including healthcare, aviation, and retail. NHS trusts, hospitals, aircraft manufacturers, and retailers have all integrated his technology, which has revolutionized the efficiency and accuracy of tracking valuable assets and equipment.
Reflecting on his achievement, Dr. Sithamparanathan expressed his heartfelt gratitude on social media: “I am deeply honoured to receive the OBE from the Prince of Wales, William (Future King), at the Investiture ceremony on Tuesday, 12th November. This is the highest accolade of my career, and I am profoundly grateful to the Professors and Mentors at Cambridge, as well as to my family, relatives, and friends, whose support and encouragement made this possible. Thank you for being a part of this incredible journey.”
Dr. Sithamparanathan’s journey exemplifies the power of education and innovation in bridging gaps across industries and transforming ideas into impactful solutions. Through his work with PervasID, he demonstrates the transformative potential of STEM, inspiring the next generation of students and innovators to push boundaries and create meaningful change. His achievement not only highlights the importance of STEM in today’s world but also serves as an inspiring testament to the contributions of Tamil and Sri Lankan professionals on the global stage.
