V.V. Ramamurthy, born on June 27, 1952, in Palakkad, Kerala, is a distinguished expert in Entomology, currently serving as an Expert at the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India, and as an Ex-Professor/Principal Scientist and National Coordinator for the Network Project on Insect Biosystematics at the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi. His academic qualifications include a B.Sc. in Agriculture (1973), an M.Sc. in Entomology (1975), a Ph.D. in Entomology/Insect Taxonomy (1981-1986), and a Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Insect Biosystematics (1995-1996).

His professional career spans several key roles:
Current Role: Expert (TLE) since February 2023.
Previous Roles: Adjunct Faculty and Liaison Officer at TNAU-IARI Collaborative Center (2014-2018), Professor/Principal Scientist and National Coordinator of Network Project on Insect Biosystematics at IARI (1998-2014), and Darwin Fellow in Biosystematics at the Natural History Museum, London (1995-1996).

Dr. Ramamurthy's expertise includes Entomology with a focus on Biosystematics, biodiversity, pest diagnostics, and pest management. His significant contributions are reflected in his extensive taxonomic research, including monographs on various taxa such as Myllocerus and Tanymecus. He has also been involved in numerous research projects, particularly on insect taxonomy and biodiversity, with substantial funding and impact. He has received several awards and recognitions, including the ICAR Junior Fellowship, Darwin Fellowship, and various best teacher and poster awards. His professional affiliations are extensive, including roles in editorial boards and committees related to entomology and biodiversity.

His research publications encompass a wide range of journals, book chapters, and edited proceedings, showcasing his active engagement in advancing entomological sciences. Dr. Ramamurthy's career reflects a robust combination of academic achievement, research excellence, and active contribution to the field of entomology.