Join us for a series of webinars where we explore how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is shaping the future of life sciences!
This series provides an accessible introduction to AI while giving direct access to experts and practical insights into real-world applications. Designed to inspire and help you recognise potential applications of AI in the life sciences, these webinars will spark new ways of thinking so that you can start applying AI in your work.
The webinars include:
A foundational session covering AI basics, its evolution, and why it matters for life sciences. Watch the recording here!
Guest speaker sessions where leading experts from academia and industry share how AI is being applied in different domains
Live Q&A to engage with speakers, ask questions, and participate in discussions
Is this series for me?
Are you:
Curious about AI but unsure how it applies to your work?
Working in life sciences and want to understand how AI is shaping the field?
Interested in learning from experts on domain specific AI applications?
Keen to explore ethical challenges in AI-driven research?
Looking for trusted resources to continue your AI learning journey?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this series is for you!
Location: Online via Zoom.
Date/Time: 11 June to 2 September 2025. All times are provided in AEST (Melbourne). Check the start time at your location.
How to join:
This series is designed with flexibility in mind. You can join individual sessions or follow a structured progression.
| Date & Time (AEST) | Speaker & Affiliation | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Watch the recording! | Dr Benjamin Goudey, Australian BioCommons | Break down AI concepts, clarify key terminology, and showcase real-world examples of AI applications in the life sciences. |
| 11 June, 12–12:45pm | Dr Anna Trigos, PeterMac | Explore the real-world challenges that many researchers face before any models are built or predictions made. Expect practical reflections, and inspiration for those at the beginning of their own AI journeys. |
| 2 July, 12–1pm |
Dr Maisie Li, CSIRO Dr Túlio de Lima Campos, Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Brazil) and University of Melbourne |
Navigate from forging trusted, collaborative relationships between humans and AI to the intricate challenges of classification in genomics. Expect thought-provoking discussions and real-world strategies for making AI a true partner in scientific discovery. |
| 29 July, 12–1pm |
Dr Vinícius W. Salazar, Melbourne Bioinformatics Dr Carlos Santos-Martin, University of Melbourne |
Coming soon! |
| 26 August, 12–1pm |
Dr Stefano Mangiola, University of Adelaide Dr Anh TN Nguyen, Monash University |
Coming soon! |
| 2 September, 12–1pm |
Dr Rebekah Harms, UNSW Dr Yves Saint James Aquino, University of Wollongong |
Unpack the challenges of diversifying datasets and discusses practical strategies AI developers can use to mitigate bias. The speakers will offer insights into how we can build more inclusive and fair AI systems in science and healthcare. |
This event is part of a series of bioinformatics training events. If you’d like to hear when registrations open for other events, please subscribe to the Australian BioCommons newsletter.