Surya Prasath

Professor integrating diverse disciplines to study the intersection of technology and medicine, Dr. Surya Prasath is a Research Assistant Professor-Affiliate in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. With a robust academic foundation, Dr. Prasath earned his PhD in Mathematics from the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology Madras, which has equipped him with a unique analytical perspective in his research endeavors. Dr. Prasath's research interests are vast and interdisciplinary, encompassing fields such as computer vision, biomedical image analysis, machine learning, deep learning, bioinformatics, and artificial intelligence. His work is characterized by a commitment to advancing the understanding and application of these technologies in the medical field, particularly in pediatric care. Throughout his career, Dr. Prasath has been involved in numerous collaborative research projects, contributing to the development of innovative solutions in his areas of expertise. His scholarly contributions include several peer-reviewed publications, such as "maxATAC: Genome-scale transcription-factor binding prediction from ATAC-seq with deep neural networks," which highlights his work in applying deep learning techniques to genomic data. Another notable publication, "MGS2AMR: a gene-centric mining of metagenomic sequencing data for pathogens and their antimicrobial resistance profile," underscores his involvement in bioinformatics and the critical analysis of metagenomic data. Dr. Prasath's work is not only academically rigorous but also highly relevant to current challenges in medicine, particularly in understanding and combating antimicrobial resistance. His research continues to push the boundaries of how computational tools can be leveraged to improve healthcare outcomes. In addition to his research, Dr. Prasath is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of scientists and researchers, fostering an environment of innovation and inquiry. His interdisciplinary approach and collaborative spirit make him a valuable asset to the University of Cincinnati and the broader scientific community.