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Postgraduate Researchers across the University of ÌÇÐÄTV are invited to apply to our 2024/25 interdisciplinary competition entitled ‘Me, Myself and AI’. We welcome submissions in a variety of formats, including creative works, that explore the role of AI in innovation/manufacturing/business. You can apply either as a team or an individual. £1000 will be awarded to the winning team and your work will be showcased online and at our annual Spotlight event in term 3.This is an exciting opportunity for collaboration with postgraduate researchers from other departments / disciplines, and to receive support on developing your submission from senior academics and practitioners. The deadline for expressions of interest is at midday on Monday 24^th of February. Please get in touch if you are planning to apply or you have any questions.

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In this one-hour webinar, there will be a 30-minute presentation by Dr Ryan Arathimos, Senior Statistical Geneticist with Our Future Health and Dr Jodie Lord, Senior Product Manager, followed by a 30-minute Q&A session.

Title: Mechanistic modelling of allergic diseases – From mechanisms to prediction

Abstract: In this talk, I will showcase our group’s recent works, including mechanistic modelling and machine learning/AI methods towards designing personal treatment strategies for allergic diseases (eczema, asthma). For example, we developed a mechanistic model of eczema pathogenesis which provides a coherent mechanistic explanation of the dynamic onset, progression, and prevention of eczema. The model describes triangle interactions between skin barrier, immune responses and environmental stressors. We further expanded the mechanistic models to include the effects of skin microbiome, which plays a crucial role in eczema pathogenesis. I would also like to touch on the current challenges of in silico modelling approach.

If you want to meet Reiko on Monday, please let Lukas Eigentler know.