Sreerenjini Nair

University of the Incarnate Word, American Society For Engineering Education

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Sreerenjini Nair is a researcher at the intersection of swarm robotics, autonomous systems, and STEM education. Her work focuses on applying bio-inspired algorithms—particularly Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO)—to control groups of robots, drawing inspiration from the sensory and sensorimotor systems of insects to enable collaborative navigation and flight. Her most cited paper, "Particle Swarm Optimization for the control of a swarm of biological robots" (2015, 8 citations), explores foundational research conducted at the Autonomous Vehicle Systems Laboratory at the University of the Incarnate Word. In a related study, she investigates robot localization and control using motion capture technology in indoor environments (2019, 3 citations), advancing multi-robot positioning systems. Beyond technical contributions, Nair is deeply committed to broadening participation in STEM. Her paper "MiniGEMS STEAM and Programming Camp for Middle School Girls" (2024, 7 citations) details a camp she helped organize for girls from Title I schools in San Antonio, TX, focusing on recruiting from underserved and underrepresented communities. This dual commitment—advancing swarm intelligence while fostering inclusive STEM pathways—defines her impactful career.