Arjun Raman

Arjun Raman is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pathology at the University of Chicago. His research focuses on understanding complex biological systems through interdisciplinary approaches combining theory, computation, and experimentation. Key areas include microbiome dynamics, genetic engineering of biological systems, and adaptive systems design.

Education:

• B.A. Physics, University of Chicago (2008)
• B.S. Chemistry (Honors), University of Chicago (2008)
• M.D., University of Texas Southwestern (2017)
• Ph.D. Molecular Biophysics, University of Texas Southwestern (2017)
• Clinical Pathology, Washington University in St. Louis (2020)

Research interests span genomics, systems biology, microbiome analysis, and computational modeling. His lab aims to elucidate principles linking biological structure, function, and adaptability, with applications in personalized medicine and synthetic biology.

Publications highlight work on gut microbiota evolution, AI-driven medical imaging, microbial warfare strategies, and microbiome-directed interventions for undernourished children. Collaborations include Prof. Eric Pamer and Prof. Rama Ranganathan.