2025 DBEI Research Day
Join us on Feb. 26, 2025 for expert-led sessions, groundbreaking research presentations, and dynamic discussions exploring Precision Health in the Era of Artificial Intelligence.
The 7th Annual DBEI Research Day:
Precision Health in the Era of Artificial Intelligence
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Gaulton Auditorium & Lobby, Biomedical Research Building
421 Curie Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA
Perelman School of Medicine
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming precision healthcare by driving data-driven, personalized approaches to disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Through advanced algorithms and machine learning, AI is unlocking critical insights from complex datasets and empowering clinicians and health data science researchers to enhance patient care, optimize resources, and promote health equity.
Explore the potential of artificial intelligence in healthcare at the 7th Annual DBEI Research Day (Feb. 26, 2025). Join leading experts as they tackle emerging topics related to advancing “Precision Health in the Era of Artificial Intelligence,” such as AI-Ready Data, Innovation in Data Science, and Implementation Science for Precision Health.
The conference will feature cutting-edge research and faculty spotlight presentations, research poster exhibition, and opportunities to network with researchers, clinicians, and innovators from the DBEI, Perelman School of Medicine (PSOM), and the University of Pennsylvania communities who are shaping the future of precision healthcare.
PLEASE NOTE: DBEI Research Day is open to the DBEI community and PSOM/Penn affiliates. Registration for this in-person event is required.
Keynote Speaker
Keynote Speaker
Dr. Foraker is Professor and Chair of the Department of Biomedical Informatics, Biostatistics and Medical Epidemiology at the University of Missouri School of Medicine. She is trained as an epidemiologist and holds fellowships in the American Heart Association, American Medical Informatics Association, and the American College of Medical Informatics. Dr. Foraker specializes in the design of population-based studies and the integration of electronic health record data with socioeconomic indicators as well as the use of synthetic data for research. Her recent research has focused on the application of clinical decision support – embedded in the electronic health record – to complement risk scoring in primary care, cardiology, oncology, and palliative care.
Agenda
Explore the schedule of thought-provoking sessions, dynamic discussions, and networking opportunities that bridge data and discovery.
10:00 – 10:05 AM: Opening Remarks
Enrique Schisterman, PhD, the DBEI Chair and the Perelman Professor of Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Informatics will present opening remarks for the conference.
DBEI Faculty Speaker
Enrique Schisterman, PhD
Chair, DBEI
Perelman Professor in Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Informatics
10:05 – 10:45 AM: Keynote
“From Data to Decisions: AI’s Impact on Personalized Healthcare Delivery”
In this keynote address, Randi E. Foraker, PhD, MA, FAHA, FAMIA, FACMI, Professor and Chair of the Department of Biomedical Informatics, Biostatistics and Medical Epidemiology (BBME) at the University of Missouri School of Medicine, will explore how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the healthcare landscape, particularly in enhancing personalized care. The talk will highlight how machine learning (ML) algorithms can analyze vast amounts of healthcare data—such as patient histories, diagnostic results, and real-time monitoring data—to identify patterns and predict individual health risks. ML models which augment clinical decision support systems can empower healthcare professionals to make more accurate, data-driven decisions that are tailored to each patient’s unique needs, thus improving outcomes. An AI-powered approach to healthcare—from ML models to advanced clinical decision support systems—is shaping a future where personalized, data-informed care can be delivered more effectively and equitably across patient populations.
10:45 – 11:15 AM: Precision Health in the Era of AI – An Overview
“An Overview of Precision Health in the Era of Artificial Intelligence”
Hongzhe Li, PhD, the DBEI Vice Chair of Research Integration and the Perelman Professor of Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Informatics, will present an overview of the conference’s theme and set the stage for the day’s talks.
DBEI Faculty Speaker
Hongzhe Li (Lee), PhD
Vice Chair of Research Integration
Perelman Professor of Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Informatics
11:15 – 11:30 AM: Break
Coffee and refreshments will be provided to registered attendees in the Gaulton Lobby.
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM: AI-Ready Data for Precision Health
11:30 – 11:55 AM: “Personalized Treatment Strategies for Hypertension: Target Trial Emulation and Heterogeneity of Treatment Effects.” Presented by Jordana Cohen, MD, MSCE, Associate Professor of Medicine and Epidemiology and 2024 DBEI Chair’s Distinguished Junior Faculty Spotlight awardee.
11:55 AM – 12:20 PM: “Harnessing the Power of Large Language Models for Innovations at the Bench to the Bedside and Beyond.” Presented by Danielle Mowery, PhD, MS, FAMIA, Assistant Professor of Informatics and 2024 DBEI Chair’s Distinguished Junior Faculty Spotlight awardee.
12:20 – 12:30 PM: Open Discussion
DBEI Faculty Speakers
Jordana Cohen, MD, MSCE
Associate Professor of Medicine and Epidemiology
Danielle Mowery, PhD, MS, MS, FAMIA
Assistant Professor of Informatics
12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch
Lunch will be provided to registered attendees in the Gaulton Lobby.
1:30 – 1:35 PM: 2025 DBEI Chair’s Junior Faculty Spotlight Awards
Enrique Schisterman, PhD, the DBEI Chair and the Perelman Professor of Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Informatics will present the 2025 DBEI Chair’s Junior Faculty Spotlight Awards. Created by Dr. Schisterman in 2024, this annual award recognizes exceptional DBEI faculty members whose work epitomizes the successful synergies across the department’s core disciplines (Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Informatics) to promote health, science, and education.
Award Presenter
Enrique Schisterman, PhD
Chair, DBEI
Perelman Professor in Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Informatics
1:35 – 3:00 PM: Innovation in Data Science & Implementation Science
1:35 – 2:00 PM: “PennPRS: A Scalable Cloud Computing Platform for Efficient Online Training of Polygenic Risk Prediction Models.” Presented by Jin Jin, PhD, Assistant Professor of Biostatistics.
2:00 AM – 2:25 PM: “Integrating Multi-omic Data with Human Genetics to Identify Complex Trait Mechanisms.” Presented by Brielin Brown, PhD, Assistant Professor of Informatics and Genetics.
2:25 – 2:50 PM: “Right Context, Right Strategy?: The Promise and Challenge of Tailoring in Implementation Science.” Presented by Katharine A. Rendle, PhD, MSW, MPH, Associate Professor of Medicine, Community Health & Epidemiology and and 2024 DBEI Chair’s Distinguished Junior Faculty Spotlight awardee.
2:50 – 3:00 PM: Open Discussion
DBEI Faculty Speakers
Jin Jin, PhD
Assistant Professor of Biostatistics
Brielin Brown, PhD
Assistant Professor of Informatics and Genetics
Katharine A. Rendle, PhD, MSW, MPH
Associate Professor of Medicine, Community Health & Epidemiology
3:00 – 4:00 PM: Research Poster Exhibition & Closing Reception
Discover innovative research and connect with peers at the Research Poster Exhibition and Closing Reception, which will take place in the Gaulton Lobby. The will showcase cutting-edge research from DBEI and Penn affiliates, providing an opportunity to exchange ideas, discuss findings, and network with researchers, clinicians, and health data science experts shaping the future of precision healthcare. Beverages and hors d’oeuvres will be provided.
Research Poster Exhibition & Competition
Interested in participating in the DBEI Research Day Poster Exhibition & Competition taking place during the conference? Submissions for abstracts are now open. We will be accepting and reviewing abstracts for research posters and selecting no more than 15 submissions to display at the event. The deadline for submissions is Feb. 14, 2025.