Bhanu Gandham
About Bhanu Gandham
Bhanu Gandham is a Computational Scientist currently working at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard since 2018. He has a background in bioinformatics, having held positions at Emory University School of Medicine, VeritasGenetics, and Georgia Institute of Technology, and holds a Master's degree from Georgia Institute of Technology.
Current Role at Broad Institute
Bhanu Gandham currently serves as a Computational Scientist at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. He has held this position since 2018, contributing to various projects focused on genomic data analysis. His work emphasizes the development of efficient techniques that enhance the speed and accuracy of genomic research.
Previous Experience in Bioinformatics
Before joining the Broad Institute, Bhanu Gandham worked as a Bioinformatics Scientist at VeritasGenetics from 2017 to 2018. He also served as a Bioinformatics Staff Scientist at Emory University School of Medicine for one year, from 2016 to 2017. His experience in these roles has equipped him with a robust understanding of bioinformatics applications in medical research.
Educational Background in Bioinformatics
Bhanu Gandham earned his Master's degree in Bioinformatics from Georgia Institute of Technology, where he studied from 2014 to 2015. Prior to this, he obtained a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Biotechnology from M.S. Ramaiah Institute of Technology, completing his studies from 2007 to 2011. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in computational biology.
Research and Development Focus
Gandham has a strong focus on creating efficient and faster techniques for genomic data analysis. He develops GATK methods tailored for community use in biomedical research, demonstrating his commitment to advancing the field of bioinformatics through practical applications.
Early Career and Internships
In the early stages of his career, Bhanu Gandham worked as a Systems Engineer at Infosys from 2011 to 2013. He also gained experience as a Bioinformatics Intern at Philips for three months in 2015. Additionally, he worked as a Research Assistant at Georgia Institute of Technology from 2014 to 2015, further building his expertise in the field.