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Dahdaleh Institute for Global Health Research

AI Math with Public Health Applications Workshop

Join us for the AI Math with Public Health Applications Workshop with Jean-Jacques Rousseau!

This workshop is designed for senior high school students (18 years old and over) and undergraduate students from any discipline who are eager to explore the intersection of mathematics and artificial intelligence in the context of public health. Led by expert instructor Jean-Jacques Rousseau, participants will delve into the fundamentals of machine learning, focusing on supervised learning techniques. The workshop centres around a practical application: using AI to predict outbreak risks for communicable diseases, highlighting its critical role in enhancing public health preparedness. No prior experience in AI or programming is required; the curriculum is tailored for learners encountering this material for the first time. By the end of the workshop, attendees will have gained proficiency in essential mathematical concepts such as functions, linear algebra, probability, and calculus, essential for understanding AI applications in public health. This program is ideal for students interested in pursuing STEM degrees, exploring career opportunities in AI, or simply curious about the transformative potential of AI in healthcare. Developed by Black instructors, the workshop promises a supportive and inclusive environment aimed at nurturing diverse talent in AI and mathematics. Spaces are limited, so register now to secure your place and embark on a journey into the dynamic fields of AI and public health.

The workshop runs Monday August 12 to Friday August 16 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. ET

The course instructor is Jean-Jacques Rousseau is a philosopher of science, with a practice in inclusive innovation at the intersection of tech, entrepreneurship and big ideas. He recently completed three years as Special Advisor on Decolonization, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (DEDI) in the Office of the Dean at the Schulich School of Business, where he remains as Instructor and the Academic Director of the Schulich Business Excellence Academy (SBEA), a virtual summer program that introduces business education to senior Ontario high school students. 

The former Inaugural Technical Advisor in Innovation, Science and Competitiveness to the President of the Republic of Haïti (2017 - 2019), he is Adjunct Faculty Fellow at the Dahdaleh Institute for Global Health Research and Fellow at the Centre for Research on Latin America and the Caribbean (CERLAC).

Jean-Jacques completed a postdoctoral fellowship in Explainability & Trust in AI Systems at the Lassonde School of Engineering (2020 - 2022), and holds a B.A. in Law and Philosophy from Carleton University, MBA from the Schulich School of Business, and PhD in Philosophy of Science from the Institute for the History and Philosophy of Science & Technology at the University of Toronto.

For inquiries, please contact Jean-Jacques Rousseau at jrousseau@schulich.yorku.ca.

Date

Monday - Friday, August 12 - 16, 2024

Local Time

  • Timezone: America/New_York
  • Date: Monday - Friday, August 12 - 16, 2024

Location

York University
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