Tag: Parisa Rashidi

Delirium is a frequent and serious complication in the intensive care unit, affecting up to one in three patients and contributing to longer hospital stays, higher costs, and worse outcomes. Early identification of patients most at risk remains challenging, particularly in busy ICU environments where clinicians must rapidly interpret large volumes of clinical data. A […]

Intensive care units (ICUs) in the United States admit over five million patients annually, with mortality rates ranging from 10% to 29%. Given that a patient’s condition can change rapidly, early detection of deterioration is crucial for enabling timely interventions and improving outcomes. While existing systems provide some guidance, they are often manual and offer […]

UF NEWS Three University of Florida faculty members recently received one of the highest honors bestowed upon scientists by the U.S. government, the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE). The UF faculty members who were recipients of the prestigious award include: Emily K. Miller-Cushon, associate professor of animal behavior and welfare in […]

Motivating luddites toward AI-augmented healthcare – Powering the New Engineer (ufl.edu) Renowned UF biomed expert Parisa Rashidi urges Congress to fast-track broader AI Since Spring 2023 — when several prominent tech thought-leaders issued a public plea for a pause to the progression of certain AI language models, fearing a Pandora’s Box — the U.S. has […]

Dr. Parisa Rashidi, Associate Professor, UF Research Foundation Professor & IC3 Co-Director, has been accepted into the HERS (Higher Education Resource Services) Leadership Institute, a renowned program dedicated to developing dynamic leaders. The institute focuses on empowering women and gender-diverse individuals to lead with confidence and contribute to a more inclusive and equitable future in […]

Ferris Appointed as Fellow of the American Society of Biomechanics Dr. Daniel Ferris, Robert W. Adenbaum Professor, has earned the prestigious title of Fellow from the American Society of Biomechanics (ASB). Among the nominees for the 2023 cohort, he stands out for his exceptional professional achievements, leadership, and invaluable service to the ASB. An ASB […]

Dr. Parisa Rashidi has achieved the distinguished recognition of Rising Stars (Engineering) from the Academy of Science, Engineering, and Medicine of Florida (ASEMFL). She received this recognition for visionary leadership in medical artificial intelligence. The ASEMFL is an esteemed gathering of Florida’s preeminent scholars, encompassing individuals who both reside and work in the state. Situated […]

Drs. Ruogu Fang and Parisa Rashidi have achieved the distinguished recognition of Rising Stars (Engineering) from the Academy of Science, Engineering, and Medicine of Florida (ASEMFL). They received this recognition for pioneering contributions in medical artificial intelligence for brain health and for their tireless education of diverse, transdisciplinary researchers. The ASEMFL is an esteemed gathering of […]

A recent study published in the renowned journal Nature Scientific Reports has shed light on the potential of the clock drawing test (CDT) as a reliable and affordable tool for diagnosing dementia. The groundbreaking research, led by Ph.D. candidate Sabyasachi Bandyopadhyay from the intelligent Health Lab (i-Heal), uses a deep learning model called the relevance […]

Congratulations to the following recipients of the 2022-2023 Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering (HWCOE) Faculty and Staff Excellence Awards: Dr. Kyle Allen received the UF Doctoral Mentoring Award This honor, based on an extensive review of their credentials, letters of recommendation, and peer and student evaluations, recognizes excellence in mentoring our students. Dr. Kevin Otto […]