Biography
Dr. Alokkumar Jha is an Assistant Professor of Research in Neuroscience at Weill Cornell Medicines Brain and Mind Research Institute, specializing in the application of advanced AI models to genomics and imaging data. His research focuses on leveraging machine learning to understand disease progression mechanisms, particularly in neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's Disease and heart failure.Dr. Jhas current projects include developing deep learning models to analyze genomics data, identifying key features that predict transitions from normal cognitive function to Alzheimer's. His work has been recognized as an "Abstract of Distinction" for its innovative approach to understanding neurodegeneration. He is also involved in collaborative projects investigating somatic variants in heart failure, using graph learning AI models to integrate genetic and MRI data.With a Ph.D. in Cancer Genetics from the National University of Ireland, Galway, and experience at institutions such as Stanford University and Harvard Medical School, Dr. Jha combines multi-omics data, imaging, and AI technologies to create personalized predictions for disease progression and treatment outcomes.