Ananth V Annapragada

Ananth V Annapragada, PhD, is a Professor of Radiology and Obstetrics & Gynecology at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas, where he also serves as Vice Chief for Research & Director of Basic Research in Radiology at Texas Children’s Hospital. He is a member of the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center and leads the Translational Imaging Group (TIGr), an interdisciplinary team developing next-generation imaging technologies.

Education & Training
While the text does not list specific degrees, Dr. Annapragada’s extensive patent record (≈37 granted patents) and >90 peer-reviewed publications indicate advanced training in biomedical engineering and imaging sciences.

Research Interests
His work bridges engineering, biology, and clinical medicine:

• Nanoparticle Contrast Agents: liposomal and polymeric agents for CT/MRI.
• Molecular Imaging: targeted probes for Alzheimer’s plaques, tumor macrophages, and atherosclerotic lesions.
• Device Development: low-field permanent-magnet MRI systems and NIR-II fluorescence imaging platforms.
• Clinical Translation: 3-D printed surgical models, AI-enhanced COVID-19 diagnostics, and patient-specific stroke prediction.

Scientific Awards

• Fellow, American Institute of Medical and Biological Engineers
• Fellow, National Academy of Inventors (December 2020)

Laboratories & Teams
The Translational Imaging Group (TIGr) comprises engineers, clinicians, biologists, and mathematicians. It is funded by multiple NIH grants, foundation awards, and corporate contracts, occupying laboratories at Texas Children’s Hospital (1102 Bates, Suite 850, Houston, TX 77030).