جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Markus Brinkmannمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Exposure and risk assessment modelling
• Toxicokinetic modelling
• Aquatic ecotoxicology
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Dr. Markus Brinkmann is an Associate Professor in the School of Environment and Sustainability at the University of Saskatchewan, Canada, and Director of the Toxicology Centre. He holds the Centennial Enhancement Chair in Mechanistic Environmental Toxicology. His research focuses on exposure and risk assessment modeling, toxicokinetic modeling, and aquatic ecotoxicology, with an emphasis on understanding contaminant effects under realistic environmental conditions. Affiliations: Associate Professor, University of Saskatchewan Director, Toxicology Centre Member, Global Water Futures Program Member, Global Institute for Water Security Education: Ph.D. (Biology) - RWTH Aachen University, Germany (2015) M.Sc. (Ecotoxicology) - RWTH Aachen University, Germany (2011) B.Sc. (Biology) - RWTH Aachen University, Germany (2009) Research Interests: Dr. Brinkmann develops computational models to predict contaminant uptake, effects, and cross-species extrapolation. His work integrates toxicology, environmental chemistry, and hydrology to address challenges like flood-related contaminant remobilization and dioxin-like compound toxicity. Key areas include: Mechanistic toxicology of emerging contaminants (e.g., 6PPD-quinone, PFAS alternatives) Sediment toxicity and bioavailability Wastewater surveillance for public health monitoring Grant Highlights: Global Water Futures Program (2018-2023): Hydrological-exposure models for environmental risk assessment Genome Canada (2016-2020): EcoToxChip for chemical prioritization Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship (2016-2018) Awards: Friedrich-Wilhelm-Award (2016) SETAC GLB Young Scientists Award (2016 PhD, 2012 MSc) Borchers medal (2016) Leadership: He advises on strategic research partnerships between Canada and Germany and collaborates globally on projects like the EcoToxChip and Project House Water . His work bridges academic research with practical environmental management solutions.

• Cardiology
• Interventional Cardiology
• Coronary Artery Disease
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Elvin Kedhi, MD, PhD is an Investigator at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) at the Glen site, where he is affiliated with the Cardiovascular Health Across the Lifespan Program. As a faculty member at McGill University's Faculty of Medicine, he contributes to both clinical practice and academic research in cardiology. Dr. Kedhi's research focuses on interventional cardiology, particularly coronary artery disease management, fractional flow reserve techniques, and clinical trials comparing different treatment approaches for cardiovascular conditions. His work often involves complex clinical scenarios including patients with diabetes, high bleeding risk, and multivessel coronary disease. He has pioneered research on thin-cap fibroatheroma identification and its clinical implications, as well as optimal dual antiplatelet therapy durations following stent implantation. His recent publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on comparing transcatheter and surgical approaches for treating patients with combined aortic valve stenosis and coronary artery disease. Dr. Kedhi frequently collaborates with international research teams across Europe and North America, contributing to large-scale multicenter clinical trials that shape current cardiovascular treatment guidelines. Active researcher in interventional cardiology clinical trials Focus on optimizing treatment strategies for complex coronary artery disease Expertise in fractional flow reserve and intravascular imaging techniques International collaborations across multiple continents Dr. Kedhi maintains an active clinical research program with numerous ongoing studies examining innovative approaches to cardiovascular disease management. His work bridges the gap between technological advances in cardiac interventions and practical clinical applications that improve patient outcomes.

• Neonatal Neurology
• Brain Development
• Preterm Infant Brain Injury
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Dr. Steven P. Miller is a Professor and Head of the Department of Pediatrics at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Medicine. He also serves as the Chief of Pediatric Medicine at BC Children's Hospital & Sunny Hill Health Centre under the Provincial Health Services Authority. Additionally, he holds the Hudson Family Hospital Chair in Pediatric Medicine and is an Investigator at BC Children's Hospital. Dr. Miller's research focuses on neonatal neurology, particularly brain development and injury in newborns. His work utilizes advanced magnetic resonance techniques and bedside brain monitoring to understand how a baby's critical care experience influences their risk of brain injury and developmental trajectory. His research areas include birth defects, concussion, preterm labor, and steroid effects on neonatal brain development. Analysis of Dr. Miller's recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on understanding the relationship between neonatal pain exposure, analgesia, and brain development in preterm infants. His work also extensively examines neurodevelopmental outcomes in infants with congenital heart disease, exploring how fetal hemodynamics, surgical interventions, and brain imaging findings correlate with long-term cognitive outcomes. A significant portion of his research investigates the impact of socioeconomic status on brain development and neurocognitive outcomes in preterm infants. Dr. Miller is actively involved in graduate education, supervising students in Neuroscience and Women+ and Children's Health Sciences programs at UBC. His research group, part of the Brain, Behaviour & Development Research Theme and the Neurodevelopmental and Neurological Disorders Visualizing the Brain Research Group, has published extensively in top-tier journals across neurology, pediatrics, and neuroscience.

• Software Engineering
• Reverse Engineering
• Program Understanding
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Ken Wong is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computing Science at the University of Alberta's Faculty of Science. He also serves as Associate Chair within the same department. Holding a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Victoria (1999), his research focuses on software engineering challenges such as reverse engineering, program understanding, and software visualization. He emphasizes improving software evolution through tools like architecture recovery and root cause analysis, with applications in web/mobile platforms and diverse system understanding. Teaching highlights include developing Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) via Coursera, including the 'Software Product Management Specialization' and courses on Agile practices, client needs analysis, and software metrics. His recent publications (2023–2025) span AI-driven healthcare innovations (e.g., medical imaging, photoacoustic tomography) and advanced computer vision techniques (e.g., diffusion models, video inpainting). Notable collaborations include EVAREST studies on heart failure management and lung transplantation outcomes. His work bridges software engineering theory and practical applications in healthcare technology, with contributions to federated learning frameworks (e.g., FedLPPA) and AI-augmented clinical decision support systems. Research also extends to autonomous driving (DriveGPT4-V2) and 3D human avatar generation (DreamAvatar), showcasing interdisciplinary impact.

• Endocrinology
• Diabetes Research
• Metabolism
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Zubin Punthakee is an Associate Professor in the Department of Endocrinology & Metabolism within the Faculty of Medicine at McMaster University. His scholarly activity spans over 30 years with 97 publications in the last 10 years, demonstrating sustained research productivity in diabetes, endocrine disorders, and metabolic health. Dr. Punthakee's research interests focus on several key areas in endocrinology and diabetes care. He has made significant contributions to understanding type 2 diabetes remission through metabolic interventions, transition care for adolescents with type 1 diabetes moving to adult care systems, hypoparathyroidism management and skeletal health outcomes, and health disparities among South Asian populations. His work often involves large-scale clinical trials, registry-based research (particularly the Canadian National Hypoparathyroidism Registry), and implementation science approaches to improve diabetes care delivery. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on diabetes remission strategies, transition care quality improvement, and skeletal complications of endocrine disorders. His work bridges clinical endocrinology with health services research, often examining how to translate evidence into practice through audit and feedback mechanisms and structured transition programs. Dr. Punthakee has been actively involved in numerous clinical trials including the REMIT-iGlarLixi trial examining diabetes remission, and has contributed to major clinical practice guidelines for diabetes management across the lifespan. His work with the Canadian National Hypoparathyroidism Registry has produced multiple publications characterizing the etiology, clinical manifestations, and management strategies for hypoparathyroidism. His research frequently addresses health disparities, particularly among South Asian populations in Canada, examining factors like vaccine effectiveness, dietary patterns, and cardiovascular risk. This work demonstrates his commitment to addressing health equity through rigorous clinical research.

Sunita Mathurمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Health sciences
• Rehabilitation medicine
• Clinical medicine
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Sunita Mathur is an Associate Professor in the School of Rehabilitation Therapy at Queen's University, affiliated with the Faculty of Health Sciences. She holds a cross-appointment as Associate Director of the School of Rehabilitation Therapy. Her research focuses on improving skeletal muscle function in chronic diseases, including COPD, cystic fibrosis, and critical illness, using non-invasive techniques like MRI, ultrasound, and dynamometry. She co-founded CAN-RESTORE to promote exercise in solid organ transplant recipients and leads the Canadian Donation and Transplantation Research Program (CDTRP) Theme 5. Education: BSc Physiotherapy (Dalhousie University), MSc Rehabilitation (Dalhousie), PhD Human Kinetics (University of British Columbia), and a postdoc at the University of Florida. She supervises students in AGHE PhD and RHBS MSc/PhD programs. Research interests span sarcopenia, muscle dysfunction in chronic illness, and rehabilitation strategies. Her work integrates clinical and translational approaches to enhance patient outcomes through tailored exercise programs and advanced imaging. Key contributions include studies on ICU-acquired weakness, lung transplant rehabilitation, and the role of exercise in improving post-transplant outcomes. She has collaborated on international initiatives like the RECOVER Program to address long-term outcomes of critical illness survivors.

Chris Grayمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cardiac Electrophysiology
• Arrhythmia Management
• Medical Education
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Dr. Chris Gray is an Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine and a practicing cardiologist within the Division of Cardiology at Dalhousie University’s Faculty of Medicine. He is based at the QEII Health Sciences Centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia, where he provides clinical care and leads educational initiatives in cardiology and electrophysiology. His primary research interests include: Cardiac electrophysiology and arrhythmia management Atrial and ventricular fibrillation Catheter ablation techniques Inherited heart diseases Medical education and training program development Cardiac implanted electronic devices Dr. Gray's scholarly work focuses on advancing electrophysiology practices, improving training frameworks for cardiology fellows, and evaluating clinical outcomes in arrhythmia interventions. His recent publications highlight innovations in ablation technology, diagnostic pacing maneuvers, and population-level benefits of preventive device therapy. His contributions to medical education have been widely recognized through awards and leadership roles: Director of Education, Department of Medicine (2014–present) Assistant Program Director, Cardiology Residency Training Organizer of the Annual Cardiology Residents Pacemaker Course Recipient of the Cardiology Residents Teaching Award (2012) and Pfizer Award of Excellence (2007) He is actively involved in teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including PIER 4 lectures, ECG rounds, simulation training, and bedside teaching in the EP lab and intensive care units. He also serves as Secretary of the Canadian Heart Rhythm Society Executive. His laboratory and clinical team focus on arrhythmia assessment, electrophysiology procedures, and resident education, contributing to both patient care and academic advancement in cardiac rhythm disorders.

• Nursing Education
• Clinical Nursing Practice
• Pediatric Nursing
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Amy Palma serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nursing within McMaster University's Faculty of Health Sciences. Her academic career focuses on nursing education and clinical practice, with particular expertise in teaching methodologies and student-educator relationships in nursing education. Her research interests span multiple critical areas of nursing education and practice, with primary focus on Nursing Education methodologies, particularly problem-based learning approaches. She investigates Clinical Nursing Practice effectiveness, examining how students perceive and respond to different teaching styles in clinical settings. Additional research areas include Pediatric Nursing interventions, specifically pain management protocols, and Problem-Based Learning effectiveness in nursing curricula. Analysis of her scholarly publications reveals a consistent focus on educational dynamics within nursing programs. Her work primarily examines the relationship between nursing students and their educators, with particular attention to what makes clinical teaching effective. The publications show a trajectory from examining specific teaching methods (problem-based learning) to broader investigations of educator effectiveness in clinical practice settings. While limited in number (three publications between 2015-2016), these works represent meaningful contributions to nursing education literature. Amy Palma maintains an active teaching schedule across multiple foundational nursing courses at McMaster University. Her teaching portfolio demonstrates consistent involvement in core nursing curriculum components, particularly in introductory and professional practice courses that form the bedrock of nursing education. Her teaching responsibilities span numerous foundational nursing courses including Introduction to Nursing and Health I & II (NURSING 1F03, 1G03), Professional Nursing Practice I (NURSING 1J02), Introduction to Nursing Practice (NURSING 1I02), Community Engagement and Citizenship (NURSING 1K02), and Reintegration Course (NURSING 1RP0). She has also taught more advanced courses including Nursing Concepts in Health and Illness III & IV (NURSING 3SS3, 3TT3), Professional Community Nursing Practice (NURSING 3QQ3), and Professional Nursing Practice IV & V (NURSING 3X04, 3Y04). Her teaching record shows continuous engagement from 2015 through the projected 2025 academic year.

• Digital health
• Cardiovascular disease
• Diabetes mellitus
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Abhinav Sharma, MD, PhD is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology at McGill University and a Scientist at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC), where he is affiliated with the Centre for Outcomes Research and Evaluation (CORE) and the Cardiovascular Health Across the Lifespan program. Education & Training While specific degrees are not detailed in the supplied text, his dual MD and PhD credentials indicate combined clinical and research training, most likely in medicine and either epidemiology, health-informatics or cardiovascular sciences. Research Interests Dr Sharma’s work centres on digital health and precision cardiovascular medicine . His team investigates: Mobile-health and remote-monitoring technologies to drive behaviour change and improve clinical outcomes in heart failure and diabetes. Artificial-intelligence–driven digital biomarkers and voice-assistant systems for scalable clinical screening. Large-scale secondary analyses of landmark trials (CANVAS, CREDENCE, EMPA-REG, EXAMINE, TOPCAT) to dissect heterogeneous cardiovascular phenotypes, sex-specific responses and regulatory implications. Publication Trends Across >100 manuscripts since 2018, three thematic arcs emerge: Pharmacotherapy Trials & Meta-analyses evaluating SGLT2 inhibitors, GLP-1 receptor agonists and mineralocorticoid antagonists across heart-failure and diabetic cohorts. Digital-Health Intervention Studies including RCT protocols (TARGET-HF-DM, DECIDE-CV) and validation of AI voice-screening for COVID-19 exposure in cardiology clinics. Precision-Medicine Analytics employing unsupervised machine-learning to delineate phenotypic clusters predictive of cardiovascular and renal events. Scientific Awards & Recognition No specific honours or prizes are listed in the provided text. Grants & Clinical Trials Dr Sharma is principal architect of several multicentre programmes: TARGET-HF-DM – mobile-health intervention to enhance physical activity and medication adherence in heart failure with comorbid diabetes. DECIDE-CV – synchronous telehealth model for integrated cardiorenal care in type 2 diabetes. SOGALDI-PEF – factorial RCT of SGLT2 inhibition ± aldosterone antagonism in heart failure with preserved ejection fraction. Laboratory & Collaborations Operating within the RI-MUHC ecosystem, his research group leverages the institute’s Technology Platforms (Bioinformatics, Clinical Informatics, Proteomics, Small-Animal Imaging) and maintains partnerships across McGill’s Department of Epidemiology, the MUHC cardiac e-health clinic, and international consortia such as the Heart Failure Collaboratory (HFC) and the Academic Research Consortium (ARC).

Michael Kellyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neurosurgery
• Cerebrovascular Surgery
• Stroke Research
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Michael Kelly is a Professor and Fred H. Wigmore Professor of Surgery at the University of Saskatchewan, serving as Provincial Department Head of Surgery and Knight Family Enhancement Chair in Neurological Surgery. He completed his BSc, MD, PhD, and neurosurgery residency at the University of Saskatchewan, followed by cerebrovascular and endovascular fellowships at Stanford University and Cleveland Clinic. His career spans clinical leadership, including roles as Saskatchewan Chair in Clinical Stroke Research (2012–2022) and program director for neurosurgery. Research Interests : Dr. Kelly specializes in cerebrovascular surgery, endovascular thrombectomy, and stroke management, with a focus on aneurysm treatment, cardiac dysfunction's impact on brain health, and advanced imaging techniques like X-ray fluorescence and FTIR. His work bridges neurosurgery and cardiac tissue engineering, exploring scaffold fabrication for vascular applications. Neurosurgery Stroke Treatment Medical Imaging Cardiac Tissue Engineering Recent Publications : His 2024–2025 studies address thrombectomy anesthesia protocols, long-term aneurysm outcomes, smartphone stroke diagnostics, and trace element dysregulation in stroke. These papers emphasize clinical trials, comparative analyses, and multisystem interactions (e.g., heart failure affecting neurogenesis). Scientific Awards : Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC) Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) Knight Family Enhancement Chair in Neurological Surgery Fred H. Wigmore Professor of Surgery Leadership and Collaborations : Dr. Kelly leads Saskatchewan's provincial stroke pathway and contributes to international stroke registries like OPTIMISE. His research integrates clinical practice, device innovation (e.g., stentrievers), and translational studies on stroke biomarkers.

• Cardiovascular Nursing
• Stroke Care
• Patient Decision-Making
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Sandra Carroll serves as Vice-Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences and Executive Director of Nursing at McMaster University. With 81 publications from 2003-2024 (160 total), she is a prominent figure in cardiovascular nursing research and education. Her leadership roles indicate her significant standing within the academic community at McMaster. Dr. Carroll's research interests center on cardiovascular nursing, stroke care in resource-limited settings, patient decision-making, and implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs). Her work strongly emphasizes patient-centered care, shared decision-making models, and healthcare delivery in low-resource environments. The OSCAIL (Organized Stroke Care Across Income Levels) study represents a major component of her research portfolio, focusing on implementing stroke care protocols in countries like Uganda, Rwanda, and South Africa. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent focus on improving patient outcomes through better decision support tools, particularly for cardiac conditions. Her work spans from developing patient decision aids for ICD candidates to studying quality of life impacts of different cardiac device therapies. She has increasingly incorporated digital health approaches, examining remote monitoring technologies and their impact on chronic disease management. Dr. Carroll maintains an extensive collaborative network with 53 co-authors, primarily from McMaster University but also including international partners. Her research shows strong translational impact, with numerous publications referenced in clinical guidelines and policy documents. While specific advising roles aren't detailed in the provided information, her leadership position suggests involvement in mentoring junior faculty and graduate students. Her research program demonstrates particular attention to vulnerable populations, including patients in low-resource settings, women with heart conditions, and immigrant communities navigating healthcare systems. This focus on equity and accessibility represents a consistent thread throughout her scholarly work.

Corey Tomczakمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cardiovascular Physiology
• Cardiac Rehabilitation
• Heart Failure
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Dr. Corey Tomczak is an Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at the University of Saskatchewan. His research focuses on cardiovascular physiology, cardiac rehabilitation, and exercise intolerance in chronic conditions such as heart failure and congenital heart disease. He holds a PhD in Rehabilitation Medicine and has extensive postdoctoral training in the field. His work integrates clinical and physiological approaches to improve outcomes in patients with cardiovascular disorders. Affiliations: University of Saskatchewan, College of Kinesiology Research Themes: Health Aging and Management of Chronic Conditions, Child and Youth Health and Development Dr. Tomczak's research examines mechanisms underlying exercise limitations in heart failure and congenital heart disease, including autonomic regulation, vascular function, and skeletal muscle metabolism. He has trained numerous graduate students and mentors future researchers in cardiovascular physiology. His lab, the Russ Kisby Physical Activity and Health Promotion Laboratory, collaborates with clinical partners at the Royal University Hospital. Key areas of investigation include cerebrovascular responses during exercise, muscle metaboreflex modulation of cardiac function, and the impact of exercise training on cardiovascular outcomes. Recent work highlights impaired vascular function in heart failure and sex-based differences in exercise capacity.

• Critical Care Medicine
• Risk Prediction in ICU
• Chronic Critical Illness
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Jason Shahin is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Medicine , Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences , McGill University . He serves as an Investigator at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) , specifically within the Translational Research in Respiratory Diseases Program . His academic and clinical work bridges critical care medicine and respiratory medicine at the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) . Research Focus: Dr. Shahin specializes in risk prediction in intensive care units (ICU) , with particular emphasis on prediction tools for complex populations , including the chronic critically ill and potential organ donors . His work integrates clinical data science with translational approaches to improve ICU outcomes. Article Trends: His publications span critical care medicine , sepsis , mechanical ventilation , and organ donation . Recent studies focus on machine learning applications , probiotics in infection prevention , and blood conservation strategies in ICU settings. Key Collaborations: He contributes to large-scale trials like the LOVIT , PROSPECT , and FORECAST studies, collaborating with networks such as the Canadian Critical Care Trials Group and REVA Network .

Paul Khairyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cardiac Arrhythmias
• Congenital Heart Diseases
• Electrophysiology
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Summary Dr. Paul Khairy is a Full Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Montreal’s Faculty of Medicine, specializing in cardiac electrophysiology and adult congenital heart disease. He holds the Canada Research Chair in Electrophysiology and Adult Congenital Heart Disease. His affiliations include the Montreal Heart Institute’s Research Centre (ICM) and leadership roles in multidisciplinary research projects. Research Expertise: Focused on arrhythmias in adults with congenital heart disease, sudden cardiac death mechanisms, and advancements in cardiac interventions. Key areas include electrophysiology, congenital cardiopathies, and heart failure management. Awards: Elected to the Royal Society of Canada’s College of New Scholars, Artists, and Scientists (2014) for contributions to emerging medical subspecialties. Grants & Projects: Lead or co-investigator in projects funded by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), Fondation de l’Institut de cardiologie de Montréal, and Genome Québec. Notable initiatives include: Evaluation of anticoagulation strategies for atrial fibrillation (2021–2027). Transition programs for congenital heart disease patients transitioning to adult care (2017–2018). Genomic analysis of congenital heart malformations (2010–2013). Teaching & Supervision: Advised 11 doctoral and master’s students since 2010, focusing on arrhythmia management, heart failure, and interventional cardiology.

Anna Goldenbergمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Machine Learning
• Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare
• Biomedical Informatics
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Anna Goldenberg is an Associate Professor in Computer Science at the University of Toronto and Senior Scientist in the Genetics & Genome Biology Program at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids). She holds the Varma Family Chair in Biomedical Informatics & AI and CIFAR AI Chair. Her roles include Co-chair of SickKids' AI in Medicine Initiative and Associate Research Director, Health at Vector Institute. Goldenberg's research focuses on developing machine learning methods for healthcare applications, including disease mechanisms, risk prediction systems, and responsible AI deployment. Affiliations: SickKids Research Institute, University of Toronto, Vector Institute Education: PhD from Carnegie Mellon University, Postdoc in Computational Biology Research Interests: Machine learning for healthcare, biomedical informatics, precision medicine, and overcoming AI challenges like rare event prediction and model explainability. Her lab emphasizes ethical AI integration into clinical workflows. Publications: Over 119 peer-reviewed articles spanning AI in medicine, genomics, and clinical prediction systems. Recent work includes early cancer detection via cell-free DNA and AI-driven pediatric urology management. Awards: Early Researcher Award, CIFAR AI Chair, Canadian Research Chair in Computational Medicine Grants: Multiple NIH, CIHR, and industry-funded projects totaling ~$20M, including grants for AI in cardiac arrest prediction, pediatric asthma modeling, and cancer detection via federated learning. Labs/Teams: Leads Goldenberg Lab at SickKids focusing on clinical AI systems and responsible innovation in healthcare technology.