WashU Institute for Informatics, Data Science and Biostatistics

??? Have you heard about the new I2DB Digital Health Leadership Resource Library? ?? We're excited to offer a comprehensive library of online learning resources for digital health leaders and aspiring leaders in India, thanks to I2DB’s collaborations. Join us in helping to build a strong digital health leadership community in India!? ? This resource includes recorded talks, publications, and case studies on topics like digital transformation, AI, the learning health system, and a leadership framework for Digital Transformation. Enhance your skills by contextualizing this framework in diverse health environments and mastering communication strategies with various stakeholders.? ? Members will also join a WashU-moderated LinkedIn group for networking and receive exclusive invites to events and workshops, including one on Dec. 9, 2024, in New Delhi.? ? Cost: $250 ? ?? Learn more about I2DB resources and events in India: https://lnkd.in/gMhp5gav?? ? #WashUMed #DigitalHealth #Leadership #Learning #India #NewDelhi #HealthTransformation #NetWorking #NewDelhiNetworking #NewDelhiResearch

Discover your future in informatics, data science and biostatistics! ???? Attend our virtual information session on Tuesday, Dec. 3 from 9-10 a.m. CST. What to Expect: ? Learn about our education programs and hear from current students. ? Engage with our field-leading faculty. ? Explore research opportunities tailored to your goals. ?? Register in advance to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/grzW8U6v #WashUMed #DataScience #Biostatistics #Informatics #GraduatePrograms #ResearchOpportunities

Call for applications! WashU and Saint Louis University are inviting applications for the 2025 Collaborative Administrative Data Research Award! This award fosters cross-institutional collaboration in administrative data research and provides a total of $20,000 in direct costs. ?? Deadline: Feb. 14, 2025 ?? Download the application: https://lnkd.in/gSrxMDGP ?? Submit to: [email protected] ?? Learn more: https://lnkd.in/evKC8mqA #WashUMed #AdministrativeData #ResearchAward #ResearchFunding #Collaboration AHEAD Institute at Saint Louis University Institute of Clinical and Translational Sciences

DEADLINE EXTENDED ?? Are you ready to revolutionize healthcare with data, causal inference, and machine learning? Participate in the Causal Risk Prediction in Medicine Datathon at the I2DB Annual Symposium on Feb. 12, 2025! Develop cutting-edge risk prediction models, present to esteemed experts, and make a substantial impact on patient care. Key Dates: ?? Registration Deadline: Dec. 13, 2024 ?? Dataset Release: Dec. 16, 2024 ?? Model Development: Dec. 16, 2024 - Jan. 29, 2025 ?? Evaluation Period: Jan. 29, 2025 - Feb. 2, 2025 ?? Final Presentation: Feb. 12, 2025 Don’t miss this chance to advance healthcare! Register your team today to start your journey. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gXZ5FPD7 #WashUMed #I2DB2025 #Datathon #HealthcareInnovation #MachineLearning #DataScience

Discover our education programs and hear from current students at this information session on Tuesday, Dec. 3 from 9-10 a.m. CST. ?? Learn about graduate degrees and summer research internship programs with our field-leading WashU Medicine faculty. ?? Register in advance to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/gR7vJy7p #WashUMed #DataScience #Biostatistics #Informatics #GraduatePrograms #ResearchOpportunities

For patients with mild cognitive impairment (MCI), an early stage of Alzheimer’s Disease (AD), monitoring the risk of progressing to AD over time is crucial. Recent research in JAMIA Open introduces HiMAL (Hierarchical Multi-task Auxiliary Learning), a deep learning framework designed to address this need.? ? Led by Sayantan Kumar, PhD Candidate, Thomas Kannampallil, PhD, and Philip Payne, PhD, along with Sean Yu, PhD, and Andrew Michelson, MD, this study shows HiMAL's ability to predict whether an MCI patient will progress to AD within six months. These predictions are made at multiple points along the disease trajectory.? ? HiMAL also offers clinically informative explanations that anticipate cognitive decline six months in advance, providing valuable insights for clinicians to plan interventions. Built on routinely collected Electronic Health Records (EHR) data, HiMAL holds significant potential for point-of-care monitoring and management of high-risk AD patients, potentially revolutionizing clinical care.? ? ?? Read more in JAMIA Open: https://lnkd.in/gFhW_r2h?? ? #WashUMed #AlzheimersDisease #DeepLearning #HealthcareInnovation #MildCognitiveImpairment #HiMAL #MedicalResearch #EHR #ClinicalCare

A new study in PLOS One, led by Sayantan Kumar, PhD Candidate, and Philip Payne, PhD, along with Inez Oh, PhD, Suzanne Schindler, MD, PhD, Nupur Ghoshal, MD, PhD, and Zachary Abrams, PhD, uses machine learning to identify dementia subtypes. By analyzing changes in cognitive abilities over time, the team found that very mild or mild dementia patients exhibit the most variability in symptoms and progression risk.? ? This approach utilizes accessible cognitive assessment scores, avoiding the high costs of MRI and PET scans, and marks significant progress in understanding cognitive heterogeneity in dementia.? ? Read the full paper here: https://lnkd.in/giCyYfNy?? ? #WashUMed #DementiaResearch #MachineLearning #CognitiveHealth #HealthcareInnovation #DataScience?

??? Reminder: Application Deadline Approaching! ??? The Biomedical Informatics and Data Science (BIDS) PhD program offers students from diverse backgrounds the chance to gain expertise in biomedical informatics and data science. You'll train as a future biomedical researcher or industry leader, engaging in scholarly activities under the guidance of our experienced faculty. Submit your application by December 1st at 11:59 PM EST to be considered for our BIDS PhD program! #WashUMedicine #WashU #Informatics #BiomedicalInformatics #DataScience

Calling all WashU Medicine alumni and friends! You’re invited to join us for a Networking Reception and Bohigian Lectureship at the Pullman New Delhi Aerocity, New Delhi, India. This exclusive event is the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow digital health professionals over refreshments. Share your experiences, discuss innovative ideas, and build meaningful connections in a relaxed setting. We’re honored to have Philip Payne, PhD, presenting the Bohigian Lectureship. Don’t miss out on this chance to reconnect and network with the vibrant WashU Medicine community! ?? Date: Dec. 9, 2024? ?? Time: 6 – 9 p.m.? ?? Location: Pullman New Delhi Aerocity, New Delhi, India ??Register:?https://lnkd.in/gTXSawVn #WashUMed #Networking #DigitalHealth #AlumniEvent #Innovation #BohigianLectureship

Have you heard? ?? Our Digital Health Leadership Resource Library and Workshop is featured as a pre-summit event at Times Higher Education’s Innovation & Impact Summit in New Delhi!?? ? Join us and discover more about our workshop speakers:? ?? Vijay Chauhan ?? Dr Vikas Jain ?? Andrea Krussel ?? Albert Lai ?? Philip Payne ? This workshop will unite thought leaders, innovators, and experts to discuss the latest trends and advancements in digital health. ?? Coinciding with this event is the launch of our new Digital Health Resource Library. ??? ? Discover more: https://lnkd.in/gGHB9M-y?? ?? #WashUMed #India #THE #NewDelhi #ResourceLibrary #Workshop #DigitalHealth