Anand Srinivasa Rao

Anand Srinivasa Rao is a Professor at the Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy, Carnegie Mellon University, where he teaches courses like Operationalizing AI and Responsible AI. Previously, he served as Global Artificial Intelligence Leader at PwC and Chief Research Scientist at the Australian Artificial Intelligence Institute.

Education:

• PhD in Artificial Intelligence from University of Sydney (1988, with UPRA scholarship)
• MBA from Melbourne Business School (1997, with Award of Distinction)

Rao’s research focuses on AI implementation, systems thinking, and behavioral economics, with expertise in agent-based models and digital twins. His work bridges business strategy and technical AI innovation across industries like healthcare and finance.

Scientific Recognition:

• Most Influential Paper Award (2007)
• Distinguished Alumnus Award (BITS Pilani)
• Top AI Leader of 2024 (Rethink Retail)

Rao serves as Advisory Chair for the Center for Data Science and Social Good (ISDM) and holds advisory roles at Roots Automation, Oxford University’s Institute for Ethics in AI, and global AI councils. He co-edited four foundational books on Intelligent Agents.