The AMIA 2019 Informatics Summit follows the tradition of offering an exciting, innovative and engaging program around four main areas: Translational Bioinformatics, Clinical Research Informatics, Implementation Informatics and Data Science. We want to promote a vibrant scientific ensemble and connect within and across these knowledge domains, particularly looking for new ideas and innovations that bridge across these areas of the field. Our program will carefully blend scientifically sound “deep dive” sessions with equally essential offerings designed to promote learning, and…

Since its inception, the Health Datapalooza has become the gathering place for people and organizations creating knowledge from data and pioneering innovations that drive health policy and practice. Sitting at the nexus of ideas, evidence, and execution, Health Datapalooza is where Federal policymakers and regulatory leads take their seats beside the health system’s chief officers (information, medical, innovation), Silicon Valley startups, data gladiators, and patients. More than a meeting, Health Datapalooza is a diverse community of big thinkers and roll-up-our-sleeves-and-get-it-done…

The AACR Annual Meeting program covers the latest discoveries across the spectrum of cancer research—from population science and prevention; to cancer biology, translational, and clinical studies; to survivorship and advocacy—and highlights the work of the best minds in research and medicine from institutions all over the world.

The Bio-IT space right now is rife with hype. Blockchain, AI, machine learning, data science, deep learning, edge, IoT, and more are being touted as panaceas, sure to at least facilitate a cure for what ails you. There are some legitimately cool technologies maturing in our space, but there is also plenty of smoke and mirrors designed to conceal the tech growing pains. At Bio-IT World we strive to clear the air with in-depth technical presentations in 17 tracks, education…

The format this year will again have speakers on the first day talking about the importance of the platforms of the Foundation (i2b2 and tranSMART), their history as well as a look at several success stories using the platforms in clinical and precision medicine. During the first day, a review of the Foundation platform roadmap will be presented. More detailed discussions and a breakout session will be held on the platforms during the second day. This will take place at…