SASTRA University Hosts International AI Life 2026 Conference on Computational Biology
SASTRA Deemed University in Thanjavur successfully organized a two-day international conference titled "Advances in Computational Biology Across Scales for Life and Health Sciences (AI Life 2026)". The event, which concluded on Saturday, brought together leading experts to discuss the transformative impact of artificial intelligence and computational tools in modern life sciences research.
Keynote Address and Expert Presentations
The conference featured a keynote address by Ramana V Davuluri from Stony Brook Medicine at the State University of New York, who focused on advanced data analysis techniques. Other notable speakers included Yogesh S Shouche of SKAN Research Trust and the National Centre for Cell Science (NCCS) in Pune, who presented on gut microbiome variations across different biogeographies. Additionally, Karthik Raman from IIT Madras delivered insights on networks, models, and AI applications for omics data analysis.
Emphasis on AI and Computational Tools
The conference highlighted the increasing integration of artificial intelligence and computational methodologies in life sciences, underscoring their potential to revolutionize health research. Discussions centered on how these technologies can enhance data interpretation, model biological systems, and address complex health challenges.
Global Participation and Academic Impact
With participation from institutions worldwide, the event fostered collaboration and knowledge exchange among researchers, emphasizing the global significance of computational biology in advancing life and health sciences.



