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Karin Verspoor

Professor, School of Computing and Information Systems; Director of Health Technologies, Melbourne School of Engineering, University of Melbourne
Dr Karin Verspoor works at the intersection of Science and Technology, applying computation to analysis and interpretation of biological and clinical data, particularly unstructured text data.

Karin is a Professor in the School of Computing and Information Systems at the University of Melbourne and Director of Health Technologies in the Melbourne School of Engineering, as well as the Deputy Director of the University's Centre for Digital Transformation of Health.

She was previously a Principal Researcher at NICTA's Victoria Research Lab and served as the Scientific Director for Health and Life Sciences. Karin headed a research team at NICTA in Biomedical Informatics.

Karin moved to Melbourne in December 2011 from the University of Colorado School of Medicine, where she was a Research Assistant Professor in the Center for Computational Pharmacology and Faculty on the Computational Bioscience Program. She also spent five years at Los Alamos National Laboratory, nearly five years in start-ups during the US Tech Bubble, and a year as a Research Fellow at Macquarie University. She received her undergraduate degree in Computer Science from Rice University (Houston, TX) and her MSc and PhD degrees in Cognitive Science and Natural Language from the University of Edinburgh (UK).

AI is already being used in healthcare. But not all of it is 'medical grade'

Jun 21, 2023 07:24 am UTC| Technology

Artificial intelligence (AI) seems to be everywhere these days, and healthcare is no exception. There are computer vision tools that can detect suspicious skin lesions as well as a specialist dermatologist can. Other...

Economy

China's Economic Update: Third Quarter Growth at 4.6%, Positive Signs in Industrial Production and Retail Sales

The Chinese economy grew by4.6% year-on-yearin the third quarter of 2024, marginally surpassing market predictions of4.5%, but down from4.7%in Q2 2024. This represents the slowest annual growth rate since early 2023,...

China's Economic Growth Slows to 4.6% in Q3 Amid Ongoing Challenges

Overview of Chinas Q3 Economic Performance Chinas economy recorded a 4.6% year-on-year growth in the third quarter of 2024, slightly surpassing the 4.5% forecast from a Reuters poll but down from 4.7% in Q2. The latest...

Gold Prices Soar Amid U.S. Election Uncertainty and ECB Rate Cut

Record Gold Prices Driven by Safe Haven Demand Gold prices surged to $2,705.26 per ounce in Asian trading on Friday, benefiting from increased safe-haven demand as the highly contested U.S. presidential election...

U.S. Commerce Department Investigates TSMC for Potential Export Violations

TSMC Under Investigation for Potential Export Rule Breach The U.S. Commerce Department has initiated an investigation into Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) regarding potential violations of export...

Tesla's Full Self-Driving Launch in China Delayed Amid Regulatory Scrutiny

Teslas FSD Approval Pending in China Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) is still awaiting authorization from the Chinese government to launch its Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology. According to a China Daily report, the company...

Politics

Donald Trump Drops Bombshell: ‘Tim Cook Told Me About Apple’s Billions in EU Fines — I Won’t Let Them Get Away with It’

During a recent appearance on the PBD Podcast, former President Donald Trump revealed a candid conversation he had with Apple CEO Tim Cook regarding the tech giants multi-billion-dollar fines imposed by the European Union....

Donald Trump to Be Interviewed by The Undertaker? WWE Legend Set to Grill Trump on His ‘Biggest Battles Yet!’

Former President Donald Trump is set to make an unexpected appearance on WWE legend The Undertakers podcast, as reported by Daily Mail. This unusual pairing has sparked intrigue across social media, as the two iconic...

Donald Trump Says Ukraine War ‘Should Never Have Started,’ Blames Volodymyr Zelensky for Letting It Happen

In a candid discussion during an appearance on the PBD Podcast on October 17, 2024, former President Donald Trump made controversial comments about the Ukraine conflict. Trump directly blamed Ukrainian President Volodymyr...

Donald Trump ROASTS de Blasio: ‘I Don’t Give a Sh*t If This is Comedy—He Was a Terrible Mayor!’

President Donald Trump pulled no punches at a recent event, taking a sharp jab at former New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio. Trump, known for his blunt style, delivered a harsh critique of de Blasios tenure, causing...

Donald Trump Shocks Audience: ‘I Thought About Skipping Jokes… Nothing Funny About What’s Happening to America!’

During a speech in New York, former President Donald Trump departed from his usual humorous tone, delivering a somber reflection on the state of the nation. I actually thought about not doing jokes tonight. Theres nothing...

Science

Nicotine Pouches Skyrocket in Popularity as Youth Tobacco Use Hits 25-Year Low — ‘This Is the New Trend,’ Experts Warn

Nicotine pouches have surged in popularity across the U.S., while traditional tobacco use has hit its lowest point in 25 years. Public health experts are now grappling with the implications of this emerging trend, as a...

SpaceX Sues California Coastal Commission, Alleging Political Bias Over Falcon 9 Launch Denials

SpaceX has filed a lawsuit against the California Coastal Commission, accusing the agency of political bias in blocking several Falcon 9 launches from Vandenberg Space Force Base. The lawsuit, filed on October 15, comes...

SpaceX Shares Breathtaking Images of Starship Flight 5 Featuring Reentry and Stage Separation

SpaceX has unveiled stunning new images from its Starship Flight 5 test, capturing key moments like booster recovery, stage separation, and plasma engulfing the upper stage during reentry. These high-definition images,...

China's Scientists Reportedly Crack Major Encryption Algorithms Using D-Wave Quantum Computer

In a groundbreaking development, Chinese researchers have reportedly used a D-Wave quantum computer to crack encryption algorithms once thought unbreakable. The breakthrough raises concerns over the future of digital...

Starlink Services to Remain Free in Hurricane-Affected Areas for the Rest of 2024

Elon Musk announced that Starlink services will remain free in regions affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton for the remainder of 2024. This decision follows Starlinks critical role in providing communication support...

Technology

Meta Fires Employees for Buying Toothpaste! ‘Forget Lunch, These Perks Have Gone Too Far,’ Company Insiders Reveal

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has fired several employees for allegedly abusing the companys perks system by purchasing personal items, including toothpaste, instead of meals. The revelation, reported...

Tesla Launches First Superchargers in Chile, Expanding EV Infrastructure Across South America

Tesla has introduced its first Superchargers in Chile, marking a significant expansion of its EV charging network into South America. The initial stations, equipped with V4 250 kW Superchargers, are now operational in...

Meta Lays Off Employees at Instagram, WhatsApp, and Reality Labs Amid Restructuring

Meta has begun laying off employees across Instagram, WhatsApp, and Reality Labs, according to a report by The Verge. While the exact number of job cuts remains unspecified, Metas spokesperson confirmed that these layoffs...

Budget TV Brand Skywell Shocks Europe with Cheap EV Rival to VW and BYD

A budget TV manufacturer is making a surprising leap into Europes EV market with a new cheap electric hatchback set to rival offerings from VW and BYD. Boasting over 300 miles of range and rapid charging, the newcomer aims...

Cybercab Wireless Charging Speed Teased—Tesla Keeps Fans Guessing After 'We, Robot'

Teslas We, Robot event saw Elon Musk teasing the wireless charging speed of the upcoming Cybercab. Without disclosing specifics, the brief reveal has sparked widespread curiosity and discussions among electric vehicle...