Prasad Chetti, Ph.D.

MSITM & MSCYB Program Director
Associate Professor of Information Technology

Dr. Prasad Chetti is a distinguished scholar in Information Technology, having earned his Ph.D. in IT from the University of Nebraska-Omaha in 2023. His academic journey includes degrees in Computer Science and Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati and Geo-Informatics and Surveying Technology from JNTU Hyderabad. Over his 21-year teaching and research career, Dr. Chetti has taught a diverse range of courses, from Data Science to Artificial Intelligence, at several esteemed colleges and universities.

Dr. Chetti's research interests in Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, and Computational Biology have led to significant contributions in analyzing civil infrastructures and financial markets using advanced methods like population analysis and correlation networks. He has conducted workshops on data science and served as a panel member discussing ChatGPT at various conferences. Dr. Chetti has also won several best paper awards at conferences and received numerous research grant awards. He has played a part in prestigious National Science Foundation-funded projects, showcasing his contributions to cutting-edge research initiatives. His dedication to his field is reflected in his extensive publication record in conference proceedings and journals, highlighting his commitment to research and education.

In addition to his professional achievements, Dr. Chetti is guided by his Christian faith, which plays a significant role in his personal and professional life. God showed him a vision to build a church in India, which he was able to realize by the grace of God while he was merely a Ph.D. student. His family runs several churches and hospitals in India, further extending their commitment to service and community support. He draws strength and inspiration from Psalm 55:22: "Cast your burden on the Lord, and He will sustain you; He will never permit the righteous to be moved."

Dr. Chetti has mentored numerous student projects, received accolades for his research, and played an active role in academic and university service committees. His career exemplifies a harmonious blend of professional excellence and deep personal faith.