="text-align: center;">Top 15 AI ML Tools Every Biologist Needs To Know for Success – Biotecnika Hosts Insightful Webinar
Date: 15/04/2025
City: Bengaluru
State: Karnataka, India
Bangalore, India – 15/04/2025 – BioTecNika, India’s leading biosciences education platform, successfully hosted a powerful and future-forward webinar titled “Top 15 Powerful AI ML Tools Every Biologist Needs To Know for Success – AI ML Tool Kit”. The live session attracted an enthusiastic audience of researchers, educators, and students, all eager to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) revolutionize biological research and healthcare innovation.
Bridging the gap between data science and the life sciences, the webinar unpacked the transformative role of AI/ML in decoding the human genome, predicting disease outbreaks, and personalizing treatment strategies, which are key to the future of precision medicine.
Expert Speakers and Their Insights
Dr. Nilofer, an expert in AI and ML applications in biology, explored how these technologies were transforming the field of biology. She discussed key tools such as Python/R /R basics, Jupyter Notebooks, Biopython, Galaxy, DeepVariant (for genomics), and Bioconductor (for omics). Dr. Nilofer also demonstrated the process of RNA-seq data analysis using Python code.
Dr. Ishan Pandey, a leading bioinformatics researcher, presented advanced AI/ML tools for biomedical applications. He discussed tools like AlphaFold, CellProfiler, KNIME, TensorFlow, PyTorch, Streamlit, and AutoML. Dr. Pandey walked through a case study on using DeepVariant for precision medicine and provided a live demo on how AlphaFold aided in target identification, alongside a KNIME pipeline for image analysis using Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN).
Kapardi Mallampalli, an expert in professional development in the tech and life sciences industries, provided insights into building a standout career with AI/ML skills. He discussed tools like GitHub, Kaggle, and LinkedIn Learning, and how biologists could leverage these platforms to showcase their projects and grow their careers. Kapardi also led a discussion on how to remain relevant in a field increasingly shaped by automation, offering advice on balancing domain expertise with technological innovation.
Key Highlights from the Webinar
- AI Reshaping Biological Research:
AI and ML have redefined how biological systems are studied, facilitating rapid drug discovery, disease prediction, and in-depth genomic analysis. These tools allow researchers to bypass traditional limitations and conduct data-driven research with precision and speed. - Accessibility and Democratization:
The use of user-friendly platforms means that even researchers without a strong programming background can now conduct advanced biological data analysis. This democratization is empowering a new generation of scientists to innovate without barriers.
- High-Demand Career Skills:
Future biotech professionals must be fluent in AI applications, data analysis, and computational biology. Alongside technical skills, the webinar emphasized the value of communication, collaboration, and critical thinking in research environments. - Interdisciplinary Collaboration:
Speakers stressed the growing importance of collaboration across fields—biology, computer science, and engineering—to develop holistic solutions in biomedical research and environmental biotechnology. - Ethics and Reproducibility:
As AI systems grow more complex, issues around data quality, bias, reproducibility, and ethical use of technology must be addressed proactively. Ongoing learning and responsible innovation will be key.
About the Expert Speakers:
Mallampalli Kapardi
Senior Machine Learning Engineer at Pi-Labs
He is a rising expert at the crossroads of AI, healthcare, and neuroscience. With a Ph.D. (thesis under evaluation) in Computational Neuroscience from IIT Hyderabad, his work spans virtual patient simulations, neuromechanics, and deep learning in biomedical science. From leading data teams at BreathAI to earning global recognition—including the IEEE EMBC NextGen Scholar Award—Kapardi brings a rare blend of academic depth and real-world innovation to AI-driven healthcare.
Dr. Ishan Pandey
Senior Scientist, MRU – DHR, MoHFW, Govt. of India
He is a Senior Scientist (Research Scientist-II/Scientist ‘C’) at the Department of Health Research-sponsored Multidisciplinary Research Unit (MRU-DHR), Moti Lal Nehru Medical College, Prayagraj. With deep expertise in clinical microbiology and translational research, his work focuses on H. pylori and gastric cancer. A prolific researcher with over 20 publications and 470+ citations, Dr. Pandey has contributed to Indo-EU collaborative projects, WHO labs, and high-impact journals. He also serves as Distinguished Adjunct Faculty at the Centre for Global Health Research, SIMATS, and is an active reviewer for leading international journals.
Top 15 AI ML Tools Every Biologist Needs To Know for Success – Biotecnika Hosts Insightful Webinar
About Biotecnika
India’s Leading Biosciences Education Platform
BioTecNika is a pioneering platform committed to advancing the careers of students and professionals in the life sciences. Through cutting-edge webinars, certification programs, and mentorship, BioTecNika equips individuals with both academic rigor and industry-aligned skills. With a strong presence in GATE, CSIR NET, and research training, it is a launchpad for biotech aspirants aiming to make a mark in science and innovation.
Summer Hands-on Training on AI and Machine Learning in Biology and Bioinformatics hosted by Biotecnika. This course offers in-depth, practical training on using AI and ML in biological and bioinformatics research. You can find more details and register here: Summer Training on AI and ML.
