Krishna Chaitanya Rao Kathala

Country: United States

Education: PhD or Doctorate

Affiliation: University of Massachusetts Amherst

Domain of Research: e-Learning,Distance Learning,Educational Systems Design,e-Governance,e-Learning,e-Learning Organisational Issues,e-Learning Tools

Biography: Krishna Chaitanya Rao Kathala is a Data Science/Analytics & AI expert and a PhD Candidate currently working as a Researcher at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. With over 8+ years of dedicated experience in AI/Analytics and product management, he specializes in Data Analytics, Machine Learning, and Artificial Intelligence. His proven track record includes driving impactful quantitative and qualitative research strategies, conducting comprehensive market research, shaping visionary product strategies, offering strategic consulting, and leading cutting-edge software development initiatives. Krishna co-authored the book "Machine Learning for Optimal Cluster Identification in MRI Images," highlighting his intellectual prowess. He also holds 5+ patents internationally, demonstrating his innovative thinking and outstanding contributions to Emerging Critical Technologies. With over 8 research papers published in reputable journals, his work spans critical areas like AI, Machine Learning, NLP, Artificial Intelligence, Data Mining, and Data Analytics with a product focus. His contributions are recognized in esteemed journals such as Elsevier, Taylor & Francis, Scopus, Springer, and other UGC-approved journals. He judged 10+ national and international events, including research symposiums and hackathons, and is actively involved in editorial board and review, and program committee members at conferences. Invited as a guest speaker at international forums and also secured significant awards & scholarships for his research. Krishna is an MS/PhD candidate (PhD in STEM - Mathematics, Science and Learning Technologies) and MS in Data Science at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. His academic foundation includes a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science Engineering from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad and a Post Graduate Diploma in Research & Analysis. Additionally, he holds a distinguished Network Management Specialization from Vinod Gupta School of Management, IIT Kharagpur, India. Krishna's dedication to the field is evident through his membership in the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) and the International Association of Engineers - Hong Kong. He currently serves in the leadership capacity as a Co-Chair at Northeastern Educational Research Association, Inc. in Boston, Massachusetts, USA.