Dr. Shishir Rao
SeaDeep AI
Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer
Dr. Shishir Paramathma Rao, CTO and Co-Founder of SeaDeep, is at the forefront of integrating AI with the exploration of marine environments. Holding a Ph.D. from Tufts University in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Dr. Rao's work transcends traditional boundaries, merging advanced technology with the intricacies of underwater realms. At SeaDeep, his pivotal role in developing sophisticated underwater imaging technologies has propelled the company into a unique position within the field. Specializing in underwater image processing and the design of AI and ML architectures for hyperspectral imaging, Dr. Rao has significantly enhanced SeaDeep's ability to capture and analyze marine data in unparalleled detail. With over six years of experience in AI and ML, Dr. Rao has made significant contributions to the field, authoring more than 18 scholarly publications and filing a number of patent applications. Guided by Dr. Rao's vision, SeaDeep has successfully secured multiple grants, demonstrating the significant potential of the technology in safeguarding one of the most sensitive ecologies, the ocean. Through his work with SeaDeep, he is not only advancing the frontiers of underwater exploration technology but also championing the cause of ocean conservation.
