In "Engaging Older Adults and Geriatric Specialists in the Design of New Technologies," Dr. Lisa Walke, Chief of the Division of Geriatric Medicine at Penn Medicine and co-lead of the PennAITech Stakeholder Engagement Core at PennAITech Collaboratory, highlighted the growing segment of older adults...
PennAITech
In "What Matters Most — Aging, Technology and Artificial Intelligence," Johns Hopkins geriatricians Jessica Colburn and David Hurwitz share their views on how technology and artificial intelligence could benefit older adults. They discuss what challenges related to health care technology might address, considerations...
JH AITC
In our recent PennAITech webinar, we were honored to host Professor Sophie Scott, a distinguished scholar in cognitive neuroscience at University College London. Since becoming director of the ICN in 2019, Professor Scott has utilized her extensive experience in brain imaging to explore the intricacies of speech processing...
In the recent PennAITech webinar, "Large Language Models: Challenges and Opportunities," we were pleased to host Dr. Mayur Naik, a professor and graduate chair in the Department of Computer and Information Science at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Naik, who previously served at Georgia Tech and Intel Labs, shared...
Dr. Anne Turner, a professor at the University of Washington with expertise in both health systems and biomedical informatics, led an enlightening webinar on "Decision-Making in Dementia Care: Preferences of People with Memory Loss," hosted by the PennAITech Collaboratory for Healthy Aging. Dr. Turner's presentation delved...
Dr. Sean Mooney, an accomplished expert in biomedical informatics and medical education at the University of Washington, led a compelling discussion in the recent PennAITech webinar, "Facilitating and Studying the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare." As chief research information officer and a director at several...
In a recent PennAITech webinar, we were pleased to host Dr. Yuri Quintana, a renowned leader in digital health systems development and clinical informatics at Beth Israel Medical Center and an assistant professor at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Quintana shared insights from his extensive research on creating collaborative...
In a recent webinar hosted by the Penn AI and Technology Collaboratory for Healthy Aging, funded by the National Institute on Aging, Dr. Ab Brody of New York University shared his insights on equitably developing and implementing technologies for individuals living with dementia and their caregivers...
In the latest PennAITech webinar, sponsored by the National Institute on Aging, we were privileged to hear from Dr. Constantin Aliferis, a distinguished professor and director at the University of Minnesota, where he leads several major informatics initiatives. During his presentation...
In the second PennAITech webinar of the 2023-24 season, Matt McCoy, Assistant Professor in the Department of Medical Ethics and Health Policy at the University of Pennsylvania, presented on the ethical responsibilities of companies handling personal data, a topic of increasing relevance in our AI-driven age...
In a recent PennAITech webinar titled "Accelerating Regional Readiness for Aging: Exploring Healthspan Innovation Hubs," Brendan McEntee of MITRE Ingenuity and Meredith Benedict of the MITRE Corporation discussed innovative approaches to enhancing the quality of life for aging populations...
In a recent MassAITC webinar, we were honored to host Dr. Joseph Gaugler, the Robert L. Kane Endowed Chair in Long-Term Care and Aging at the University of Minnesota. Dr. Gaugler is also a distinguished university professor and serves as the director of the Center for Healthy Aging and Innovation. His presentation...
MassAITC
In a recent addition to our MassAITC webinar series, Dr. Heather M. Young, a professor and the founding dean emeritus at UC Davis School of Nursing, shared her insights on "Healthy Aging in a Digital World: Promoting Caregiver Health and Well-Being." Dr. Young, who has extensive experience in technology and aging...
In the recent MassAITC webinar "Novel Technological Approaches for Detection of Cognitive and Functional Impairment," Drs. Erik Larsen, Jennifer Stamps, and Michael Milburn shared insights from their pilot projects funded by MassAITC that aim at integrating technology into the diagnosis and monitoring of cognitive...
Drs. Margie Lachman, Amanda Paluch, and Jen Blankenship recently led a webinar on "Technology for Enhancing Functional Health," focusing on the use of wearables and sensors to monitor health in aging populations. Dr. Lachman, the Minnie and Harold Fierman Professor at Brandeis University and co-lead of the Aging Pilot Core...
Bryan Adler, a Certified Elder Law attorney with Rothkoff Law Group, specializes in elder care advocacy and leveraging technology in elder care. In the recent webinar titled "The Future of Health Care and Supportive Technology," Adler discussed the intersection of technology and elder care, focusing on how advancements...
In a recent webinar titled "The Opportunities and Challenges of Large Language Models in Medicine," Dr. Mark Dredze, John C. Malone Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Johns Hopkins University and interim deputy director of the Johns Hopkins Data Science and AI Institute, shared his expert insights.
Jackie Langdon, a senior research program manager in the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine with over three decades of experience in both laboratory and clinical research operations, recently led a webinar titled "Human Subjects Research 101." Throughout the session, Langdon outlined the regulatory landscape...
In a recent webinar titled "Decoding the Impact of Rogue Angiotensin System on Deteriorating Mitochondria," Dr. Peter Abadir, an associate professor of geriatric medicine at Johns Hopkins University and co-principal investigator at JH AITC, provided a thorough examination of the role of the rogue angiotensin system in...
Dr. Phillip Phan, the Alonso and Virginia Decker Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship at Johns Hopkins University, and Dr. Suchi Saria, John C. Malone Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Johns Hopkins University, led a webinar on "Navigating the AI Research-to-Startup Journey."
Dr. Mathias Unberath, an assistant professor of computer science at Johns Hopkins University, and Dr. Alicia Arbaje, an associate professor of medicine at Johns Hopkins University, recently led a webinar titled "AI and Technology for Healthy Aging." Both co-directors of the JH AITC Technology Identification and Training Core...
Learn about AITC program-sponsored publications from a2 Collective researchers as well as investigators funded through the a2 Pilot Awards...
The Massachusetts AI and Technology Center for Connected Care in Aging and Alzheimer’s Disease (MassAITC), a National Institute on Aging (NIA) Collaboratory, will foster interdisciplinary research on the development, validation, and translation of AI-enhanced technologies to improve connections...
The overarching goal of the Penn Artificial Intelligence and Technology Collaboratory for Healthy Aging (PennAITech) is to identify, develop, evaluate, commercialize, and disseminate innovative technology for monitoring aging adults and those with Alzheimer’s disease and Alzheimer’s disease related dementias (AD/ADRD) in...
The Johns Hopkins Artificial Intelligence and Technology Collaboratory for Aging Research (JH AITC) is a national resource funded to promote the development and implementation of novel artificial intelligence (AI) and technology approaches to improve the health and well-being of older adults...
Meet Dr. Rebecca Spencer, Co-Lead of the Clinical Translation and Validation Core at MassAITC. In her day job, she serves as a Professor of Psychological & Brain Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and is the Facility Director at the Somneuro Sleep Lab...
Meet Thomas K.M. Cudjoe, Co-Director of the JH AITC Stakeholder Engagement Core. By day, he holds the Robert and Jane Meyerhoff Endowed Professorship and serves as an Assistant Professor of Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology at the Johns Hopkins...
Meet Dr. Ryan Urbanowicz, Co-Lead of the Technology Identification and Training Core at PennAITech. In his day job, he serves as an Assistant Professor of Computational Biology at Cedars Sinai Medical Center and holds an adjunct position...
Dr. Jeremy Walston, who specializes in geriatric medicine and gerontology at Johns Hopkins University, recently conducted a webinar on the Johns Hopkins Artificial Intelligence & Technology Collaboratory for Aging Research (JH AITC). The webinar focused...
In a keynote speech at the 2023 a2 National Symposium, Dr. Jeremy Greene, William H. Welch Professor of Medicine and the History of Medicine at Johns Hopkins University, delved into the complex relationship between electronic medicine and its broader implications for the commercialization of healthcare. He began...
Dr. Deepak Ganesan, a professor of computer science at UMass Amherst, introduced Sarah Lenz Lock, Senior Vice President for Policy and Brain Health at AARP, for a discussion on the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to improve quality of life for seniors and their caregivers at the 2023 a2 National Symposium...
Dr. Jason Karlawish, professor of medicine at the Perelman School of Medicine and an expert in bioethics and neurosciences, recently moderated a 2023 a2 National Symposium panel discussion on the ethical implications of using artificial intelligence (AI) in Alzheimer's and neurodegenerative disease research...
Dr. Elizabeth Mynatt, dean of Khoury College of Computer Sciences at Northeastern University and a recognized expert in ubiquitous computing and assistive technologies, recently gave a keynote speech aimed at inspiring new innovators in the field of aging care at the 2023 a2 National Symposium. Dr. Mynatt...
Dr. Omer Inan, an assistant professor in the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Georgia Tech, specializes in developing clinically relevant medical devices. In this webinar, he presents his research on wearable acoustic and vibration sensing technologies for monitoring human health...
Dr. Pedja Klasnja, a researcher at the crossroads of human-computer interaction and health informatics, focuses on the role of technology in facilitating better health management, particularly for older adults. The webinar sheds light on the challenges—referred to as "wicked problems"—in designing health...
Dr. Edward Ramos, a leading figure in digital clinical trials at Scripps Research and CareEvolution, presents a transformative look at the future of clinical research in this webinar. He advocates for a digital, decentralized study approach as an alternative to traditional, clinic-based trials. The decentralized...
Dr. Sara Czaja, professor of gerontology and director of the Center on Aging and Behavioral Research at Weill Cornell Medicine, leads efforts in understanding the role of technology in supporting older adults. In her webinar, Dr. Czaja addressed how technology can alleviate challenges faced by aging...
Dr. Kate Papp, an assistant professor in neurology at Harvard Medical School, specializes in the neuropsychological aspects of aging and Alzheimer's disease. In her recent webinar, Dr. Papp delved into the challenges of conducting digital cognitive assessments in preclinical stages of Alzheimer's. She critiqued...
Dr. Rebecca Spencer, a neuroscientist with expertise in sleep research and an associate professor at UMass Amherst, provides a comprehensive look into the nuances of sleep measurement and its implications for cognitive health. The webinar delves into the complex functions served by different sleep stages...
Dr. Rhoda Au, a professor at Boston University with expertise in aging and dementia, recently spoke at a webinar held by the Mass AI and Technology Center for Connected Care in Aging and Alzheimer's Disease. The webinar centered on the role of technology, particularly digital health and AI, in advancing Alzheimer's research...
Dr. Kevin Johnson, a renowned developer and evaluator of clinical information technology at the University of Pennsylvania, delves into the advancements of AI in medical documentation. Recognizing the limitations of current practices, Dr. Johnson emphasizes the potential for AI-driven solutions to ease the...
Dr. Desmond Patton, a leading researcher with joint appointments at the School of Social Policy & Practice and the Annenberg School for Communication at the University of Pennsylvania, focuses on employing a community data science approach for preventing gun violence. Dr. Patton delves into his groundbreaking...
Dr. Jina Huh-Yoo, an assistant professor specializing in human-computer interaction at Drexel's College of Computing & Informatics, delves into the use of artificial intelligence (AI) systems in the caregiving landscape, particularly focusing on emotional work in the context of Alzheimer's disease and related...
Dr. Kelly Gleason, an assistant professor at Johns Hopkins School of Nursing, discusses the use of patient portal messages to support care partners of individuals with dementia. She introduces SMART-REP, an automation system that aims to offer resources and support while reducing clinician workload...
Dr. Deborah Estrin, a professor of computer science at Cornell Tech, addresses the potential of digital biomarkers and immersive technologies in enhancing virtual care for aging populations. She focuses on the role of patient-generated data and machine learning in aiding clinical decision-making in home...
Dr. Daniel Capurro, an associate professor in digital health at the University of Melbourne, tackles the topic of overdiagnosis in digital health. He warns of the risks and drivers of overdiagnosis, illustrating the need for discernment in who benefits from early diagnosis and who does not...
Dr. Clara Berridge, an associate professor at the University of Washington, discusses the ethical and policy implications of data-intensive technologies for elder care. She stresses the significance of considering power dynamics, ethical issues, and the need for control and privacy options in technologies...
Dr. Max Topaz, an associate professor at Columbia University School of Nursing with a focus on data science, explores the use of speech recognition and natural language processing to improve patient outcomes in home healthcare. Dr. Topaz underscores the role of AI in identifying risk factors for hospitalization...
Dr. Amanda Lazar, an assistant professor at the University of Maryland specializing in health technology design for older adults, delves into creating health technologies for individuals with mild dementia. She highlights the need for technologies that allow for active user engagement and adaptation, considering...
Dr. Phillip H. Phan, Alonzo and Virginia Decker Professor at the Johns Hopkins Carey Business School and Robert Bosch Policy Fellow at the American Academy in Berlin, is a leading voice on healthcare innovations that impact patient safety and quality. His webinar on revenue and reimbursement strategies...
Dr. Phillip H. Phan, professor at the Johns Hopkins Carey Business School and director of the Networking and Mentoring Core for the Johns Hopkins Artificial Intelligence & Technology Collaboratory for Aging Research, discussed the core's work and objectives in a recent webinar. Focused primarily on expanding the...
Dr. Chris Chute, a professor of health informatics at Johns Hopkins University, discusses the ever-growing importance of data sharing and harmonization in healthcare. He emphasizes the role of team science, where domain experts collaborate with informatics specialists to improve healthcare outcomes...
Dr. Phillip Phan, a professor at the Johns Hopkins Carey Business School with a joint appointment in medicine, covers essential elements for pitching a business venture. His webinar aims to assist entrepreneurs by detailing the key components of an effective pitch deck, such as identifying the...
Dr. Mathias Unberath, holding appointments in both the Department of Computer Science and the School of Medicine at Johns Hopkins University, offers an enlightening overview of artificial intelligence. He addresses prevalent misconceptions and outlines a clear, practical understanding of AI, discussing its various...
Dr. Sato Ashida, a member of the University of Iowa Center on Aging, delves into the topic of community-engaged research aimed at supporting healthy aging. She outlines various levels of community involvement in research, from minimal engagement to full partnership, and introduces the concept of community-based...
Dr. Najim Dehak, an associate professor of electrical and computer engineering at Johns Hopkins University and a leading expert in machine learning and speech processing, recently led a webinar on biosignal-based digital biomarkers for aging. The discussion highlighted the role of speech in understanding...
Dr. Rama Chellappa, a Bloomberg Distinguished Professor in electrical and computer engineering and biomedical engineering at Johns Hopkins, recently presented on the topic of designing adaptive fair and robust AI systems. Known for his pioneering work in artificial intelligence, Dr. Chellappa touched upon...
