The AI at VP&S Research Forum

Monthly series will highlight AI methods and applications in clinical research and and basic science across VP&S.

People speaking around a demo

Sarah Rossetti (second from left) will lead the inaugural AI at VP&S Research Forum event on Oct. 13 (5:30-7 pm) when she discusses her research on predictive analytics and clinical risk modeling.

Register for the Oct. 13 session: Clinical Science Forum

The AI at VP&S Research Forum is a monthly seminar connecting investigators across the Columbia University’s Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons who develop and apply AI methods in biomedical research. The series offers a collaborative space to share works in progress, explore emerging methods, and build interdisciplinary partnerships.

  • Format: Monthly 45-minute presentations followed by informal discussion and networking. Programming alternates between clinical applications, basic science AI topics, and periodic journal clubs reviewing breakthrough literature.
  • Annual Symposium: A broader showcase hosted at the end of the academic year, featuring campus-wide projects, live tool demonstrations, and invited guest presentations.
  • Schedule: Second Tuesday of each month, 5:30-7:00, unless otherwise noted.

Inaugural Session

  • Topic: Predictive Analytics and Clinical Risk Modeling
  • Speaker: Sarah Rossetti, RN, PhD (Associate Professor of Biomedical Informatics and Nursing)
  • Date & Time: Tuesday, October 13 | 5:30–7:00 PM
  • Location: PH20-200, Department of Biomedical Informatics
  • Join Us: Register for the Oct. 13 session

Upcoming Sessions

Date Meeting Presenter/Topic
Tues., Oct. 13, 2026 Clinical Science Forum Sarah Rossetti, RN, PhD, FACMI, FAMIA
Wed., Nov. 4, 2026 Basic Research Forum Dennis Vitkup, PhD
Tues., Dec. 8, 2026 Clinical Science Forum Kaveri Thakoor, PhD
Tues., Jan. 12, 2027 Journal Club Landmark papers from the fall forum topics
Tues., Feb. 9, 2027 Digital Health and Wellness Forum Orson Xu, PhD

Future forum listings and registration links will be posted on the VP&S Events page.

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