Christopher S. Tang is a UCLA Distinguished Professor and Edward W. Carter Chair in Business Administration at the Anderson School of Management , where he researches global supply chain management with a focus on social innovation in developing countries . He also serves as Senior Associate Dean for Global Initiatives and Faculty Director of the Center for Global Management . Education: Ph.D. in Management Science (1985, Yale University) M.Phil. in Administrative Science (1983, Yale University) M.A. in Statistics (1983, Yale University) B.Sc. in Mathematics (First Class Honors, 1981, King’s College, University of London) His research explores the intersection of corporate responsibility and supply chain innovation , addressing topics like microfinancing , mobile platforms for developing economies , direct agricultural procurement , and disaster response logistics . He emphasizes visibility, integrity, and agility in uncertain environments. Recent work highlights AI adoption benefits for supply chains , strategies to reduce forced labor risks , and policy impacts on ride-sharing platforms . His research bridges operations management and social justice , advocating for environmental stewardship alongside business growth. Scientific Awards: Salzberg Medallion (2017) Lifetime Fellow, INFORMS (2011) Responsible Research in Management Award (2017) Teaching Excellence Award (multiple years, UCLA-NUS) Dean’s Excellent Service Award (2014) As an influential adviser and consultant , Tang has worked with Amazon, HP, IBM, Nestlé, GKN , and Accenture . He has taught at Stanford University, UC Berkeley, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology , and served as visiting professor at Cambridge University and the Institute of Advanced Study at HKUST .
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Ahmed Hassoonمشاهده پروفایل
عضو هیئت علمی
Ahmed Hassoon is an Assistant Research Professor at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, with a primary appointment in the Department of Epidemiology and joint appointments in the Department of Neurology at the School of Medicine and the School of Engineering. He is affiliated with several key research centers, including the Welch Center for Prevention, Epidemiology and Clinical Research, the Center for Diagnostic Excellence, and the Center for Humanitarian Health. MPH, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, 2014 MD, Baghdad College of Medicine, 2004 Dr. Hassoon’s research is centered on leveraging data science and artificial intelligence to improve healthcare quality and safety, particularly in diagnostic accuracy. His work spans applications in lung cancer, stroke, and emergency medicine, with a strong emphasis on reducing diagnostic errors using frameworks like symptom-disease pair analysis (SPADE). He is deeply engaged in developing AI models that reason across multiple clinical modalities to enhance patient outcomes. His recent publications highlight a strong trend in diagnostic safety, AI-driven interventions, and epidemiological analysis of misdiagnosis harms. Key themes include the validation of computable phenotypes, measurement of diagnostic error burden, and the impact of mental health on acute care diagnostics. Hubert Humphrey Fellowship Award, U.S. Department of State (2010) US President Appreciation Certificate, The White House (2011) Atlas Corps Award (2012) Sommer Scholarship Award (2013) State of Maryland Cigarette Restitution Fund Faculty and Translational Research Awards (2016–2017) Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) Fellowship (2024) Dr. Hassoon is a recipient of the AHRQ K08 Career Development Award focused on improving cancer diagnostic safety at Johns Hopkins Hospital. He co-instructs graduate-level courses in data science and AI with Professor Brian Caffo, contributing to the training of the next generation of public health data scientists. He has not formally advised students listed in the provided texts. His collaborative research spans multiple institutions and has been widely disseminated through policy, news, and social media, indicating significant real-world impact. His work is deeply integrated with the Welch Center and the Center for Diagnostic Excellence, where he contributes to translational research initiatives aimed at improving clinical decision-making and patient safety through innovative data-driven approaches.
FOONG Pin Symمشاهده پروفایل
عضو هیئت علمی
FOONG Pin Sym is a Senior Research Fellow at the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore. She leads the Telehealth Core, a research center focused on developing and studying eHealth projects. Her academic background includes a Master's in Human Computer Interaction Design and a PhD in Interactive Media. Her research emphasizes patient-centered technologies, with a focus on chronic disease prevention, caregiver support, and mobile health applications. Her work addresses challenges in healthcare decision-making, end-of-life care, and lifestyle interventions. Notable projects include developing digital tools for diabetes risk communication, caregiver decision support systems, and studies on telehealth during the pandemic. She teaches courses in Human-Computer Interaction, Mobile Interaction Design, and Technology for Older Adults. Her research spans qualitative and quantitative methodologies, including randomized controlled trials and participatory action research. She actively participates in interdisciplinary collaborations across health, technology, and design sectors to improve patient and caregiver outcomes. Education: PhD in Interactive Media, Master's in Human Computer Interaction Design Labs/Teams: Leads the Telehealth Core research team Grants/Projects: SMART-GDM Study, Vita project for dementia care
Professor Janet McColl-Kennedy is a leading figure in marketing and service science at The University of Queensland's Business School. She serves as Program Lead for Innovation Pathways (FaBA) and co-founded the Service Innovation Alliance (SIA) research hub, focusing on customer experience, AI, digital transformation, and sustainability. With Fellow status in the Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia and the Australian and New Zealand Marketing Academy, she holds international recognition including Research.com's World's Best Business Scientists ranking and the Christopher Lovelock Career Contributions to the Services Discipline Award (2025). University of Queensland Business School Honorary Visiting Professor, Cambridge Service Alliance Research Collaborator, University of Cambridge Her research spans customer experience management, service ecosystems, digital transformation, and healthcare services. She has pioneered frameworks for customer value co-creation and service recovery strategies, integrating AI and behavioral science. Her 2019 paper on customer experience insights was implemented by a major B2B organization, while her work on value co-creation improved outcomes at Lutheran Community Care. Recent publications focus on AI impacts in food and beverage services, sustainable service ecosystems, and digital health interventions. She has secured over $89 million in competitive grants, including multiple ARC Linkage and Discovery Projects, and leads cross-disciplinary teams with institutions like Cambridge University and Arizona State University. 2024 - ARC College of Experts appointment 2023 - Bo Edvardsson Industry Impact in Services Award 2022 - Elected Fellow of Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia 2021 - Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher 2018 - Ranked most influential marketing academic in Australia With over 220 publications and a Google Scholar H-index of 62, she has mentored 15 PhD students and examined theses at multiple universities. Her teaching spans 30+ years across undergraduate, postgraduate, and executive programs in Australia, USA, Italy, China, and Korea, with awards for blended learning and corporate education.
W. Hong Yeo is a Professor in the Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering and Program Faculty in Bioengineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology, where he also directs the WISH Center. He holds adjunct appointments in the Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering. Previously, he was an Assistant Professor at Virginia Commonwealth University (2014-2016) and a postdoctoral fellow at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's Beckman Institute. Dr. Yeo's research integrates nanomechanics, soft materials, and nano-microfabrication to develop bio-interfaced systems. Key areas include: Flexible Bioelectronics : Wearable/implantable sensors for health monitoring Human-Machine Interfaces : Neural prosthetics and soft robotics Translational Nanoengineering : Nanoparticle biosensing and diagnostics His publications (2023-2025) demonstrate strong focus on wireless health technologies, including multi-modal wearable systems, implantable sensors for cardiovascular/neurological monitoring, and AI-integrated diagnostics. Trends show increasing emphasis on closed-loop therapeutic systems and scalable manufacturing. Awards & Recognition : BMES Innovation and Career Development Award Virginia Commercialization Award Blavatnik Award Nominee NSF Summer Institute Fellowship Research funding sources include MEDARVA Foundation, NIH, DARPA, and industry partners like CooperVision. He leads the Center for Human-Centric Interfaces & Engineering , developing next-generation bio-interfaced systems.
Mo Mansouriمشاهده پروفایل
استاد آموزشی
Mo Mansouri is a Teaching Professor and Director of Graduate Studies at the Department of Systems and Enterprises, Charles V. Schaefer, Jr. School of Engineering and Science, Stevens Institute of Technology. He also serves as a Visiting Professor at the University of North-Eastern Norway, highlighting his international academic engagement. His leadership extends to directing Systems Engineering and Socio-technical Systems Programs, underscoring his central role in shaping academic and research initiatives in systems engineering. Education: PhD in Engineering Management, The George Washington University (2004) MS in Industrial Engineering, University of Tehran (1999) BS in Industrial Engineering, Sharif University of Technology (1997) Dr. Mansouri's research is centered on computational governance frameworks , resilience design , and behavioral modeling in complex socio-technical systems . His work applies systems thinking to urban systems, smart cities, infrastructure, and healthcare, with a strong emphasis on data-driven policy design and multi-stakeholder coordination. He investigates how real-time data, sensing, and analytics can inform governance in complex environments such as transportation, energy, and public health systems. His recent publications (2023–2024) reveal a strong trend toward AI and digital transformation in healthcare , electric and urban mobility systems , and pandemic and societal resilience . These works frequently employ systems thinking, systemigram modeling, and system of systems engineering methodologies, published in IEEE, INCOSE, and IARIA venues. The interdisciplinary nature of his research spans engineering, policy, and human behavior. Scientific Awards and Recognitions: While specific awards are not listed in the provided text, his leadership roles and extensive funding indicate high professional recognition. Advising and Grants: Dr. Mansouri has served as Principal Investigator (PI) or Co-PI on multiple high-value research grants totaling millions of dollars from DoD, Lockheed Martin, NED, and FAA. These projects focus on capability assessment, smart city dashboards, governance modeling, and social development. He mentors students through doctoral and master’s level courses and research, though specific advisee names are not provided. Labs and Research Teams: While specific lab names are not mentioned, his research is conducted within the Department of Systems and Enterprises at Stevens, involving collaborations with students and professionals in areas such as smart cities, healthcare systems, and infrastructure resilience. His work with international institutions and professional societies indicates active participation in global research networks.
Mathias Funkمشاهده پروفایل
دانشیار
- Design Theory
- Systems Design
- Data-Driven Design
- +۵ مورد دیگر
Mathias Funk is an Associate Professor in the Industrial Design department at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), leading the Things Ecology lab. His research focuses on designing with data and systems behavior, particularly in IoT and medical technology contexts. He co-founded UXsuite GmbH and developed the OOCSI communication framework. With a PhD in Electrical Engineering from TU/e (2011), Funk has held academic roles since 2013, including postdoctoral positions in Electrical Engineering and Industrial Design. He teaches courses like 'Data-enabled design' and supervises projects on AI, data foundry, and OOCSI applications. His work bridges engineering and design, addressing sustainability and human values through systemic design approaches. Education: PhD in Electrical Engineering, TU/e (2011) Computer Science background from RWTH Aachen Postdoc at TU/e's Electrical Engineering and Industrial Design departments Research Interests: Data-driven design methodologies, IoT systems, medical technology innovation, sustainable design practices, and interactive systems for musical expression. Recent work emphasizes telemonitoring efficacy in heart failure care and federated learning applications. Awards: Best Paper Award (2014) Honorable Mention (2021) Grants/Projects: Leading initiatives like MEDICAID (medtech solutions), ACACIA (interpretable AI), and Data-Driven Servitizing in Professional Printing. Active in clinical workflow prototyping and cardiovascular disease detection projects. Lab Activities: Manages the Things Ecology lab, focusing on systemic design challenges in smart ecosystems. Collaborates internationally through spin-offs and visiting lectureships.
Krzysztof Z Gajos is a Gordon McKay Professor of Computer Science at Harvard University’s Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. He leads the Intelligent Interactive Systems Group, focusing on human-AI interaction, accessible computing, and behavioral research at scale. His work integrates technical innovation with ethical and societal considerations, emphasizing equity-centered design. Education: Ph.D., University of Washington M.Eng. and B.Sc., Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Research Interests: His research spans AI for public services , health informatics , design for equity , and behavioral research platforms like LabintheWild.org. He investigates how AI can augment human decision-making while addressing biases and ethical challenges. Recent Trends in Articles: Recent work emphasizes human-AI collaboration in healthcare , explainable AI , and equity-centered design . Key themes include reducing overreliance on AI, improving transparency in algorithmic decisions, and centering marginalized communities in technology development. Scientific Awards: Sloan Fellowship Best Paper Awards at ACM CHI, COMPASS, and IUI Advising & Grants: His federal grants support AI ethics and healthcare projects, though recent terminations have prompted efforts to secure alternative funding. He advises students on projects like AI for humanitarian negotiations and digital phenotyping. Labs & Teams: Leads the Intelligent Interactive Systems Group , collaborating with organizations on AI for social good and accessible technology.
Aysegul Gunduz, Ph.D., is a Professor and Fixel Brain Mapping Professor at the University of Florida's Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering, Department of Biomedical Engineering. She leads the Brain Mapping Laboratory, focusing on neural networks and clinical translation for neurological disorders. Her work integrates electrophysiology, bioimaging, and neuromodulation to develop diagnostic and therapeutic systems for conditions like Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, movement disorders, and stroke. Education: B.S., Electrical Engineering, Middle East Technical University (2001) M.S., Electrical Engineering, North Carolina State University (2003) Ph.D., Electrical Engineering, University of Florida (2008) Post-doctoral Fellowship in Neurology, Albany Medical College (2011) Research interests include human brain mapping, closed-loop deep brain stimulation (DBS), neuromodulation strategies for movement disorders, and wearable sensor technologies for neurological monitoring. Her lab emphasizes translational research, bridging basic science with clinical applications to improve patient outcomes. Awards include the BMES Fellowship (2024), AIMBE Fellowship (2022), and PECASE (2019), reflecting her leadership in neural engineering. Her articles explore cutting-edge topics like DBS efficacy, neural network dynamics, and ethical considerations in neural device research. Grants and collaborations focus on advancing adaptive DBS and brain-computer interfaces. She mentors students in neuroengineering and advocates for equitable participation in clinical research. The Brain Mapping Laboratory actively engages in multidisciplinary projects with neurologists, surgeons, and industry partners. Future work includes optimizing closed-loop systems for Tourette syndrome and Parkinson’s disease, developing open-source neuroimaging tools, and expanding wearable sensor applications for real-time neurological monitoring.
Hamsa Bastaniمشاهده پروفایل
دانشیار
Hamsa Bastani is an Associate Professor of Operations, Information and Decisions at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, with a secondary appointment in Statistics and Data Science. She co-directs the Wharton Healthcare Analytics Lab and serves as an Associate Editor for Operations Research, M&SOM and OR Letters. Her academic journey began with summa cum laude graduation from Harvard in 2012 with an A.M. in physics and A.B. in physics and mathematics. She completed her PhD in Stanford's Electrical Engineering department under Mohsen Bayati, followed by a Herman Goldstine postdoctoral fellowship at IBM Research. Professor Bastani's research focuses on developing novel machine learning algorithms for data-driven decision-making, with applications spanning healthcare operations, social good, and revenue management. Her work demonstrates particular expertise in sequential decision-making (bandits, reinforcement learning), learning from auxiliary data sources (transfer learning, meta-learning), and designing effective human-AI interfaces (interpretability, fairness). She has made significant contributions to understanding how AI systems affect and augment human behavior, with the goal of designing AI tools that help humans thrive. Her publications reveal a strong trend toward high-impact applications of machine learning in critical societal domains. A significant portion of her recent work focuses on healthcare applications, including optimizing health supply chains in low- and middle-income countries, designing clinical trial protocols, and creating targeted public health interventions. Another major theme examines the complex relationship between humans and AI systems, particularly how AI affects learning outcomes and decision-making processes. Her work frequently bridges theoretical advances with practical implementation, as evidenced by country-scale deployments in Greece and Sierra Leone. Wagner Prize for Excellence in Operations Research Practice (2021) Pierskalla Award for Best Paper in Healthcare (2021, 2019, 2016) Behavioral OM Best Paper Award (2021) Public Sector in OR Best Paper Award (2024) INFORMS Data Mining Best Paper Award (2022) Wharton Teaching Excellence Award (2019, 2020, 2021) Professor Bastani has advised numerous PhD students who have gone on to prominent positions, including Pia Ramchandani (Director of Responsible AI at PwC), Arielle Anderer (Assistant Professor at Cornell Johnson), and Kan Xu (Assistant Professor at ASU Carey). Her research has been supported by collaborations with national governments, including the Greek government where she co-designed Eva, the national-scale reinforcement learning system for targeted COVID-19 testing, and the Government of Sierra Leone where she improved patient access to essential medicines by nearly 20% via decision-aware learning. She has also conducted the first large field study deploying generative AI tutors in high school math classes. She leads the Wharton Healthcare Analytics Lab and serves on the Steering Committee for the Penn Center for Health Incentives and Behavioral Economics and on the statistics advisory committee for the AHA Food is Medicine Initiative. Outside academia, she serves on the Workday AI Advisory Board, demonstrating her commitment to translating academic research into practical applications.
- Voice Disorders
- Laryngology
- Vocal Fold Injuries
- +۷ مورد دیگر
Dr. Lucian Sulica is the Sean Parker Professor of Laryngology and Director of the Sean Parker Institute for the Voice at Weill Cornell Medical College. He is an attending Otolaryngologist at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital with a clinical practice exclusively focused on voice disorders. Dr. Sulica served as the 2023 President of the American Laryngological Association and is a Fellow of the American Laryngologic, Rhinologic and Otologic Society (the Triologic Society). His educational background includes: A.B. from Dartmouth College (1989) M.D. from Georgetown University School of Medicine (1993) Residency at Georgetown University Medical Center Fellowship at New York Center for Voice & Swallowing Disorders, St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center Dr. Sulica's research focuses on evidence-driven principles for treating voice conditions, with particular emphasis on vocal fold injuries from voice use (especially in performers), neurologic voice disorders (including vocal fold paralysis, spasmodic dysphonia, and tremor), and in-office procedures for voice disorders that don't require general anesthesia. His work has addressed critical aspects such as gender differences in vocal fold injury, pathophysiology of laryngeal nerve injury, and diagnostic accuracy in voice disorders. Analysis of Dr. Sulica's recent publications reveals a strong focus on advancing diagnostic techniques through artificial intelligence, improving surgical outcomes for vocal fold lesions, understanding performers' unique voice care needs, and developing evidence-based protocols for vocal fold hemorrhage and other voice disorders. His research increasingly incorporates technology-driven approaches while maintaining a strong clinical focus on patient-centered outcomes. Dr. Sulica has received numerous prestigious awards including: Casselberry Award of the American Laryngological Association (2021) Felix Semon Lectureship in Laryngology, Royal Society of Medicine (2022) American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery Honor Award (2008) Consistent recognition as one of "Best Doctors in America" (2005-2024) Designation as one of "America's Top Physicians in Voice Disorders/Laryngology" (since 2006) Inclusion in "New York Magazine Best Doctors" list annually since 2013 As an educator, Dr. Sulica has authored more than 110 journal articles and 40 book chapters, and has edited three books including "Vocal Fold Paralysis," "Classics in Voice and Laryngology," and "Patologia Laringea y Fonocirugia" (in Spanish). He is passionate about teaching and has lectured extensively across the United States, Europe, Latin America, and Australia. His clinical work at the Sean Parker Institute for the Voice represents a comprehensive approach to voice care, incorporating innovative in-office procedures that have helped establish new standards in laryngology.
Anders Krogh is a Professor at the Department of Computer Science, University of Copenhagen, and also holds a position at the Department of Public Health in the Section for Health Data Science and AI. He serves as the head of the Center for Health Data Science (HeaDS) in the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences. Previously, he was affiliated with the Department of Biology at the University of Copenhagen until 2020. Dr. Krogh earned his PhD in theoretical physics but transitioned into machine learning and bioinformatics during his doctoral studies. His research spans both theoretical foundations and practical applications in these fields. He is particularly renowned for his pioneering work on hidden Markov models for biological sequences, which has had significant impact in computational biology. In recent years, Krogh's research has focused on deep generative models applied to gene expression data and other biomedical applications. His work bridges computer science with healthcare, developing AI-driven approaches for precision medicine, cancer diagnostics, and analysis of complex biological systems. His current research integrates machine learning with quantum computing applications in biomolecular modeling. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward applying artificial intelligence to healthcare challenges, particularly in rare diseases, cancer diagnostics, and personalized medicine. His work increasingly incorporates federated learning approaches to address privacy concerns while enabling collaborative research across institutions. There's also a growing emphasis on quantum computing applications in biomolecular modeling and drug discovery. As head of the Center for Health Data Science, Krogh leads interdisciplinary research efforts that bring together computer scientists, medical researchers, and clinicians. His team develops novel computational frameworks like MOSAIC for multimodal analysis of rare cancers and multiDGD for multi-omics data integration. These tools are designed to translate AI innovations into clinical practice while addressing the unique challenges of medical data.
Hedvig Kjellström is a Professor at the Division of Robotics, Perception and Learning within the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at KTH Royal Institute of Technology. She holds significant affiliations with the Swedish e-Science Research Centre and the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems in Germany. Her work spans multiple interdisciplinary domains and she serves as Editor-in-Chief for CVIU and was Program Chair for CVPR 2025. Her research centers on Computer Vision as a sub-field of AI, with three interconnected themes: Computational Aesthetics (exploring aesthetic aspects of human communicative behavior), Communicative Behavior (developing models of how humans and animals perceive and produce non-verbal communication), and Embodied Artificial Intelligence (creating methodologies for robots and autonomous agents to perceive the world through sensors, primarily vision). Her work has significant applications in medical diagnostics, animal welfare, human-robot interaction, and creative arts. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong trend toward multimodal AI systems that integrate vision, language, and action understanding. Her research increasingly focuses on animal-centered applications, particularly equine pain detection and behavior analysis, while maintaining strong foundations in human communication modeling, gesture recognition, and 3D reconstruction techniques. The interdisciplinary nature of her work bridges computer science with veterinary medicine, neuroscience, and performing arts. Hedvig Kjellström actively supervises numerous PhD and Master's students across various projects and maintains extensive collaborations with institutions including Karolinska Institutet, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, and international partners. Her research is supported by major funding bodies including WASP, VR, and SeRC. She leads or participates in several notable projects including OrchestrAI (communication between conductor and orchestra), ANITA (Animal Translator), MARTHA (3D horse motion analysis), and STING (synthesis and analysis with transducers and invertible neural generators). Her work with ACAI (Animal Centered Artificial Intelligence), which she co-founded and directs, demonstrates her commitment to applying AI for animal welfare.
Ehsan Azimiمشاهده پروفایل
استادیار
- Human-AI Interaction
- Extended Reality
- Robotics
- +۷ مورد دیگر
Ehsan Azimi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and the Department of Computer Science at the University of Arizona, where he is also a member of the Graduate Faculty. His research bridges human-AI interactive systems, extended reality, robotics, and human-centered design, with a strong focus on medical applications. His research interests lie in creating synergistic human-AI systems that enhance medical procedures through advanced technologies. Key areas include extended reality for surgical navigation , robotics in minimally invasive surgery , and intelligent user interfaces . His work has led to innovations in smart glasses calibration, intraocular robotic snakes, needle steering, and digital twins for surgical training, all aimed at improving precision, safety, and learning in medicine. The recent articles highlight a consistent trend in medical robotics , augmented reality in surgery , and human-robot collaboration . These works span from hardware development to AI-driven interfaces, emphasizing real-time interaction, user experience, and clinical applicability across disciplines like ophthalmology, otology, and surgical education. Scientific Awards: Siebel Scholar Provost Postdoctoral Fellowship Link Fellowship Ehsan actively mentors students and scholars in research projects, indicating a strong commitment to academic advising. While specific grant details are not listed, his patented technologies and publication record suggest successful funding and translational research outcomes. His work has been featured in Engineering Magazine and other media, reflecting its impact and innovation. His research is conducted within an interdisciplinary lab environment focused on human-centered AI and medical robotics, integrating expertise from computer science, engineering, and clinical medicine to develop next-generation surgical and training systems.
Ping He is a Professor in the Department of Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology (MCDB) at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. His research focuses on plant immunity mechanisms, particularly using Arabidopsis as a model system to study pathogen defense activation, signaling pathways, and the interplay between immunity and environmental stress responses. He also leads the Molecular, Plant-Microbe Interaction Laboratory, applying interdisciplinary approaches (genetics, biochemistry, cellular biology) to enhance crop resilience through foundational plant science discoveries. His work bridges plant biology and computational biology, with recent contributions to AI-driven medical imaging applications such as bladder cancer treatment response assessment, lung cancer early detection, and breast tomosynthesis denoising. These efforts emphasize integrating machine learning into clinical workflows and establishing best practices for AI in healthcare. Research Highlights: Plant immunity signaling and environmental stress crosstalk Radiomics and deep learning for cancer diagnosis/prognosis AI model validation and multi-institutional clinical trials Medical imaging artifact correction (e.g., motion blur, noise) Publications emphasize AI applications in oncology imaging, radiologist decision support systems, and multimodal data fusion. He has contributed to AAPM task group guidelines for AI in computer-aided diagnosis and advocates for rigorous quality assurance frameworks in medical AI deployment.