Newswise — ALBANY, NY (November 3, 2023) — Healthcare organizations are increasingly adopting AI technologies such as telehealth services, remote patient monitoring and other tools that can expand access to care and improve health equity. At the same time, discussions about AI safety and regulatory measures are taking place around the world, including decree released by President Biden earlier this week.
As AI becomes more integrated into our daily lives, it is essential to learn how to best use the technology while prioritizing safety and fairness – both on an individual level and more broadly.
University at Albany researchers School of Public Health are actively exploring ways in which artificial intelligence and machine learning can be applied to public health, to improve patient health outcomes while prioritizing patient safety and data security.
Xin Wang is an assistant professor in the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, whose areas of expertise include artificial intelligence, deep learning, precision medicine, and medical image computing, among other related topics.
He shared his thoughts on how public health researchers can support the development of safe and effective health-centered AI in this recent interview: The future of artificial intelligence in public health with Xin Wang.
Ricky Leung is an associate professor in the Department of Health Policy, Management and Behavior, whose expertise includes, among other areas, artificial intelligence, machine learning, health analytics, informatics methodology, health integrated and alternative medicine.
Leung shared more about his work to integrate AI and social media platforms as tools to support public health in this recent interview: How AI-ML can improve social media as a public health tool.
Both researchers are available for interviews via email, phone, or Zoom.
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THE University of Albany is one of the most diverse public research institutions in the country and a national leader in educational equity. and social mobility. As a Carnegie R1 institution, UAlbany and its faculty and students create essential new knowledge in areas such as artificial intelligence, atmospheric and environmental sciences, business, education, public health, social sciences, criminal justice, emergency preparedness, engineering and computer science. , public administration and social protection. Our courses are taught by an accomplished roster of faculty experts with student success at the center of everything we do. Through our parallel commitments to academic excellence, scientific discovery, and community service, UAlbany develops bright, curious, engaged leaders and launches great careers.
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