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Purdue University awards named professorship to Gaurav Chopra
Born and educated in India, Dr. Chopra earned his Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi in 2002.
Gaurav Chopra / Image- Purdue University
Purdue University’s Provost Office has announced the promotion of Gaurav Chopra to the position of James Tarpo Jr. and Margaret Tarpo associate professor of chemistry, recognizing his contributions to chemistry and biology, particularly through the integration of artificial intelligence.
Chopra’s interdisciplinary research focuses on leveraging AI to address complex challenges in neuroscience, immunology, and drug discovery, with a particular emphasis on neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s. His lab’s innovative approach combines chemistry and biology with cutting-edge AI systems to redefine therapeutic strategies.
One of Chopra’s most notable achievements includes his pioneering work on lipid accumulation in brain cells, a factor in neurodegeneration that had been overlooked for over a century. Through AI-guided platforms, his research has led to the identification of potential therapies for neuroinflammatory and neurodegenerative diseases.
Chopra’s contributions to the field have garnered significant recognition, including the NIH NCATS ASPIRE Grand Prize for his automation platform in drug discovery. The platform is already in use by leading pharmaceutical companies and NIH laboratories, showcasing its real-world applicability.
“Dr. Chopra’s ability to merge machine learning with experimental validation is transforming how we understand and approach drug discovery,” said a representative from Purdue’s Department of Chemistry. “His innovative work exemplifies the university’s commitment to addressing pressing global challenges.”
As director of the Merck-Purdue Center, Dr. Chopra has secured over US$ 3 million to support collaborative research across disciplines. His efforts have attracted over US$ 16 million in external funding throughout his career, with $8 million directly supporting his lab’s projects. His publications in journals such as Nature and Chemical Science further solidify his reputation as a leader in his field.
Chopra is also committed to mentorship and education. His mentees have gone on to secure positions in academia and industry, reflecting his dedication to developing future leaders in science. His innovative teaching methods, such as the MINT virtual reality drug discovery game, have received accolades for enhancing student learning and public engagement.
Born and educated in India, Dr. Chopra earned his Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi in 2002. He subsequently pursued an M.S. in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of California, Irvine, followed by advanced degrees in computational mathematics at Stanford University, where he was mentored by Nobel Laureate Professor Michael Levitt. Chopra also held postdoctoral and fellowship positions at Stanford University and the University of California, San Francisco, further solidifying his expertise in structural biology and medicine.
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