About
Chuan Lu is a Senior Lecturer in Bioinformatics at the Department of Computer Science, Aberystwyth University. He holds a BEng from Tianjin University (China), an MSc from KU Leuven (Belgium), and a PhD from KU Leuven. His research focuses on applying artificial intelligence and computational methods to address challenges in medical imaging, reproductive health, and plant science. He has led multiple projects funded by organizations such as the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council and the Welsh European Funding Office.
Research interests include AI-driven phenotyping in plants (e.g., Arabidopsis), diagnostic modeling for endometriosis and ectopic pregnancies, and healthcare data integration through knowledge graphs. His work bridges disciplines like bioinformatics, computer science, and medicine, with contributions to clinical decision support systems and open-source biobank management frameworks.
Recent publications highlight advancements in EEG signal analysis, AI applications in agricultural phenotyping, and ultrasound-based predictive models for surgical planning. Projects include the 'Miscanthus AI' initiative for sustainable plant breeding and the 'LImBuS' open-source biobank system.
