WASHINGTON: A 45-year-old Indian-American has been named the first chief data scientist by the White House to shape policies and practices that will help the US remain a leader in technology and innovation.
Dhanurjay 'DJ' Patil joins the White House following "an incredible career as a data scientist -- a term he helped coin -- in the public and private sectors, and in academia," said Megan Smith, chief technology officer, the White House.
He would also be the Deputy Chief Technology Officer. As chief data scientist, Patil will help shape policies and practices to help the US remain a leader in technology and innovation.
