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Apr 23 2026

Advancing Cancer Genomic Medicine in the AI Era

7000 Fannin St (6th floor) We are pleased to announce that we are organizing the inaugural workshop, “Advancing Cancer Genomic Medicine in the AI Era,” which will take place on Thursday, April 23, 2026, from 12:00–5:00 PM at the UTHealth McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics. This event is co-sponsored by the UTHealth CPRIT Cancer Genomics Core (CGC), the CPRIT Biomedical Informatics, Genomics, and Translational Cancer Research (BIG-TCR) program, and the UTHealth Office of Cancer Genomic Medicine (OCGM).
Apr 27 2026

Carmel Dyer, MD Lecture Series - Improving Advance Care Planning for Patients with Serious Illness

MSB 2.006 McGovern Medical School, 6431 Fannin St, Houston, Tx, 77030

Hosted by UTHealth Houston Institute on Aging Please join us in welcoming Anne Walling, MD, PhD as she gives a talk on "Improving Advance Care Planning for Patients with Serious Illness".

Anne M. Walling, MD, PhD, is Director of Palliative Care Research for the Department of Medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), Professor of Medicine in the Division of General Internal Medicine and Health Services Research at UCLA, Assistant Medical Director of UCLA Health’s Advance Care Planning initiative and a palliative care physician and PhD-trained health services researcher.

The focus of her research has been on palliative care quality measurement and stakeholder-partnered implementation research with the goal of improving care for patients with serious illness.

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Apr 30 2026

From Curriculum to Enculturation: Building Healthcare Policy Education for Health Professionals

Beth Robertson Auditorium, Institute for Molecular Medicine, & Zoom Join us for a free, hybrid forum on April 30, from 9:00 AM–2:00 PM! Explore innovative health policy education initiatives developed at UTHealth Houston, as part of a 5-year, campus-wide effort impacting thousands of students. Through talks and demonstrations, attendees will gain practical insights, discover ready-to-use curricular resources, and connect with others passionate about teaching healthcare policy. In-person attendees will enjoy complimentary breakfast and lunch. The event will be held at the Beth Robertson Auditorium, Institute for Molecular Medicine, UTHealth Houston (1825 Pressler, Houston, TX 77030), with live-streaming available via Zoom Registration (online & in-person) is requested at https://go.uth.edu/healthcare-policy-education
May 04 2026

Spring Poster Session and Mixer

Greetings students!
This is a reminder that the Spring 2026 Poster Session and Mixer will be on May 4, 2026, from 12 pm - 2 pm.
 
We are changing the time this year to better accommodate scheduling and will now host the session during lunch hours.

All posters will be printed, whether online or in person. Online presenters will now record an 8-minute video that faculty will scan via QR code to judge.
An updated rubric and three discussion questions will be made available to all poster presenters and attendees unable to present in person.
 
Additionally, we will now award 1st, 2nd, and 3rd prizes. A free raffle of MSBMI merch will also be available for in-person participants!
Lunch will be provided for all in-person presenters.

Students presenting posters can review the Poster Session webpage for more info on how to print their poster.
 
Students, if you are presenting at this year’s Spring 2026 Poster Session.

Please reply to the email confirming your virtual or in-person attendance.

Hope to see you there!
-OAA
May 06 2026

Prospective Student Webinars

Virtual

McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics at UTHealth Houston invites you to join us and discover the incredible opportunities that await you at McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics.

What to Expect:

  • Introduction to Biomedical Informatics: Learn about the fascinating world of biomedical informatics, its role in healthcare, and the myriad career possibilities it offers.
  • Program Overview: Explore our comprehensive academic programs, including graduate degrees and certificates, and discover which one aligns with your interests and career goals.
  • Admissions Information: Get valuable information about the application process, admission requirements, and scholarships available for prospective students.
  • Q&A Session: Bring your questions and get them answered by our admissions team during the interactive Q&A session.
Jun 03 2026

Prospective Student Webinars

Virtual

McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics at UTHealth Houston invites you to join us and discover the incredible opportunities that await you at McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics.

What to Expect:

  • Introduction to Biomedical Informatics: Learn about the fascinating world of biomedical informatics, its role in healthcare, and the myriad career possibilities it offers.
  • Program Overview: Explore our comprehensive academic programs, including graduate degrees and certificates, and discover which one aligns with your interests and career goals.
  • Admissions Information: Get valuable information about the application process, admission requirements, and scholarships available for prospective students.
  • Q&A Session: Bring your questions and get them answered by our admissions team during the interactive Q&A session.
Sep 15 2026

CDHI Informatics Summit

The Denton A. Cooley, MD and Ralph C. Cooley, DDS University Life Center (Cooley Center) The CDHI Informatics Summit brings together professionals, innovators, and thought leaders from UTHealth Houston and the broader healthcare community to explore the evolving role of artificial intelligence and digital health technologies in clinical care. This year's theme is "Star Wars: From Foundation to Future: Advancing Healthcare Informatics Together." It emphasizes the journey ahead: honoring what we’ve built, investing in our people, and shaping what comes next. Sustainable innovation doesn’t happen by accident; it happens when experience guides curiosity and when we move forward together.