Asian Young Scientist Webinar
“The Biggest Question for My Science” Series
As the saying goes, “asking the right question is half the answer.” The Biggest Question for My Science event series fosters a deeper understanding of the fundamental questions that drive scientific discovery.
Each session invites one AYS Fellow and one prominent scientist, both from related research fields, to identify the biggest question in their research field and to discuss why it is the biggest question and how the scientific community is approaching it, essentially taking a step back to look at the big picture.
This series is tailored for students and faculty members with a keen interested in science, research, and grappling with scientific inquiries in this field. This event series will be held monthly via online Zoom meetings and is open to participation.
How will AI Transform the Landscape of Precision Oncology?
The Biggest Question for My Science
Session 3-How will AI Transform the Landscape of Precision Pncology?
Artificial intelligence (AI), especially deep learning with large-scale training datasets, has dramatically advanced the recognition performance in many domains including speech recognition, visual computing and natural language processing. Despite its breakthroughs in above domains, its application to precision oncology remains yet to be explored, where large-scale fully and high-quality annotated datasets are not easily accessible. In this session, we will explore recent progress on computational pathology with multimodal data integration for precision oncology through the lens of information theory and foundation model, with versatile applications to disease diagnosis, treatment response prediction, prognosis, etc. Challenges and future directions will also be discussed.
Date and Time:
l Hong Kong:Thu, Sep 26 2024,09:30 - 11:30 AM
l Seattle: Wed, Sep 25 2024, 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Meeting Format: Online @ Zoom
Meeting ID: 360 103 9307
Password: AYSF
Agenda
- 9:20 - 9:35 Zoom meeting room open
- 9:35 - 9:40 Opening Remark
- 9:40 - 10:00 “General robotics/computer vision questions"
l Presentation by Prof. Katsushi Ikeuchi (15 mins)and Q&A (5 mins)
- 10:00 - 10:20 “Towards Multimodal Data Integration for Precision Oncology via Foundation Model”
l Presentation by Prof. Hao Chen (15 mins) and Q&A (5 mins)
- 10:20 - 10:40 "Recognizing Self and Nonself" (for personalized cancer treatment as well as understanding autoimmune diseases)
l Presentation by Prof. Ming Li (15 mins) and Q&A (5 mins)
- 10:40 - 11:30 Open Discussion (30 mins) + Q&A (20 mins)
l Moderator: Prof. Hao Chen
l Panelists: Prof. Hao Chen, Prof. Katsushi Ikeuchi, Prof. Ming Li
Convener (AYS Fellow):
Invited Speakers:
To enrich the AYS Webinar series, we welcome young scientists to raise your "Biggest Questions"! This is a unique chance to engage with thought-provoking topics or ask our expert speakers directly. Your questions will engage discussions and deepen the conversation. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and contribute!
Is it Practically Possible to Slow Brain Aging?
In our quest to maintain cognitive sharpness and mental acuity as we age, we face an inevitable challenge: the natural progression of time and its effects on our brains. While many of us enjoy healthy aging, some unfortunately encounter dementia or other neurological diseases, underscoring the urgency of understanding aging and brain health. This session explores the gap between cutting-edge research and practical applications, revolving around the critical scientific question: Is it possible to slow brain aging, and can we apply such strategies to treat neurological diseases? We'll delve into the latest basic science studies that investigate the mechanisms of how the brain works and how it changes in aging, seeking to unravel this central mystery. Join us to discover how scientific breakthroughs might pave the way for enhancing quality of life and promoting holistic well-being, offering hope in our collective effort to stay mentally sound and cognitively resilient for longer.
Date and Time:
l Beijing Time (CST): August 22, 2024 (Thursday), 10:30 AM- 12:30 PM
l Korea Time (KST): August 22, 2024 (Thursday), 11:30 AM- 1:30 PM
Meeting Format: Online @ Zoom
Joining link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/3601039307pwd=kkOMYogz2XULJvO52G1Z5bUUoFetVK.1
Meeting ID: 360 103 9307
Password: AYSF
Agenda (Beijing Time)
- 10:20 - 10:35 Zoom meeting room open
- 10:35 - 10:40 Opening Remark
- 10:40 - 11:00 “The Feasibility of Slowing Brain Aging and Implications for the Treatment of Diseases”
l Presentation by Prof. Ho Ko (15 mins) and Q&A (5 mins)
- 11:00 - 11:20 “Aging and Neurodegenerative Disease”
l Presentation by Prof. Xiangdong Fu (15 mins) and Q&A (5 mins)
- 11:20 - 11:40 ”Effort to take care of the ROS involved in diverse neurodegenerative diseases”
l Presentation by Prof. Hee-Sup Shin (15 mins) and Q&A (5 mins)
- 11:40 - 12:30 Open Discussion (30 mins) + Q&A (20 mins)
l Moderator: Prof. Ho Ko
l Panelists: Prof. Xiangdong Fu, Prof. Ho Ko, Prof. Hee-Sup Shin
Convener (AYS Fellow):
Invited Speakers: