Collaborating for Success in AI Health Research

Interested in AI for health? We're back, showcasing leading projects and continuing the conversation about enabling research and innovation.
About this Event

Improving health with AI requires collaboration across disciplines and organisations, drawing on expertise in healthcare, computer science, engineering, data science, social science, and innovation. This workshop aims to bring together a diverse group of stakeholders for an engaging conversation exploring how to enable collaborative AI in health research.

The programme will feature short presentations exploring the application of AI for dementia and IVF, alongside talks on Pacific Data Sovereignty and the tensions that can arise between conventional research approaches and Māori values and preferences. A presentation followed by a panel discussion with University leaders will explore the current funding environment and how we can enable research.

Refreshments will be served after the session, offering an opportunity to connect with others and share ideas.

Agenda

🕑: 03:00 PM
Welcome
Host: Prof Jan Eldridge
🕑: 03:05 PM
AI in Health Research Network Update
Host: Assoc Prof Mike O'Sullivan
🕑: 03:10 PM
Research Showcase + Q&A

Info: Dr Daniel Wilson - Tensions between clinical research norms and Māori preferences | Dr Katerina Taskova - Explainable AI for Dementia | Assoc Prof Sam Manuela - Pacific data sovereignty with examples from mental health research | Dr Nick Knowlton - Machine learning for fertility treatment

🕑: 04:10 PM
Aotearoa’s Science and Research Sector in 2026
Host: Prof Clíona Ní Mhurchú
🕑: 04:25 PM
Panel Discussion - Research Priorities and Funding
Host: Prof Cliona Ni Mhurchu
🕑: 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Networking & Refreshments