Pradeep K. Yerramsetty

Pradeep K. Yerramsetty is an Assistant Teaching Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University at Buffalo, part of the College of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on C₄ photosynthesis and Crassulacean Acid Metabolism (CAM) plants, exploring climate change adaptation and applications of microalgae for carbon sequestration. He also advocates for inclusive STEM education strategies. Yerramsetty holds a PhD from the State University of New York at Buffalo and completed postdoctoral research at the University of Nevada, Reno and Pennsylvania State University.

Education:

• PhD, State University of New York at Buffalo
• Postdoctoral Research, University of Nevada, Reno and Pennsylvania State University
• MS in Biotechnology Management, Southern Illinois University
• MA in English, University of Hyderabad, India

Research emphasizes plant adaptation mechanisms, including metabolic pathways in C₄ and CAM species, and the role of microalgae in biotechnology. He has published extensively on topics like light-responsive gene expression in Kalanchoë, viral immunity mechanisms, and RNA-binding proteins regulating Rubisco expression.

Teaches courses such as Bio 198 Controversial Biology and Bio 201 Cell Biology, emphasizing evidence-based communication and critical thinking in STEM education.