Nikolay Vyahhi

Nikolay Vyahhi is a Visiting Scholar in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD). He is known for co-founding Rosalind, a free online platform dedicated to teaching algorithmic biology, which aids students and researchers in understanding complex biological concepts through computational methods. In addition to his role at UCSD, Vyahhi directs the M.S. Program in Bioinformatics at the Academic University of St. Petersburg, Russian Academy of Sciences. He has also established the Bioinformatics Institute in St. Petersburg and initiated Stepic, a project aimed at enhancing online education content delivery.Vyahhi teaches courses such as "Comparing Genes, Proteins, and Genomes" (Bioinformatics III), where he focuses on the integration of computational techniques with biological research. His work emphasizes the importance of algorithmic approaches in solving biological problems and advancing the field of bioinformatics. Through his contributions to education and research, Vyahhi plays a significant role in promoting knowledge and innovation in algorithmic biology both locally and internationally.