Shanta Persaud

Shanta Persaud is a Guyanese-American scientist and educator specializing in computational biology and bioinformatics. She is known for her research in genomics and proteomics, focusing on applying computational methods to understand complex biological systems, particularly in the context of human health and disease. Persaud has contributed to studies related to disease biomarkers, drug discovery, and personalized medicine. She is also active in promoting STEM education and increasing the representation of underrepresented groups in the scientific community. She has held positions at academic institutions and research organizations.