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    • Introduction Page

      Welcome to From Pilot to Practice: Applying AI in Public Health, a six-part speaker series presented by AI4PH (Artificial Intelligence for Public Health) in collaboration with PHAC’s Office of Public Health Field Services and Training and the PHAC AI Hub.

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      Presentations and transcripts will made available following each session in both official languages within 3-4 weeks.

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    Session 1: Introduction to AI in Public Health

    Seminar date: September 23, 2026, 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. (ET)

    Presenter: Dr. Laura Rosella, Professor, Dalla Lana School of Public Health, Canada Research Chair in Population Health Analytics, and Principal Investigator, AI4PH

    This session explored how AI is being used across public health, including surveillance, research, policy and programs, emergency preparedness and response, and operational planning. Participants learned about current applications of AI, opportunities to support public health work, and important considerations related to equity, ethics, and responsible use.

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    Session 2: AI Methods in Public Health (Part 1)

    Seminar date: October 26, 2026, 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. (ET) 

    Presenters: Dr. Lisa Lix, Gemma Postill and Dr. Affan Shoukat 

    Moderator: Dr. Dan Lizotte 

    Speakers shared their expertise in health data, biostatistics, machine learning, forecasting, explainability, and predictive modelling, highlighting both opportunities and practical considerations for applying AI in public health settings.  

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    Session 3: AI Methods in Public Health (Part 2)

    Date: November 13, 2026

    Time: 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. (ET)

    Language: English

    Presenters: Dr. Nathaniel Osgood, Dr. David Buckeridge, Dr. Joon Lee and Dr. Tracie Risling 

    Moderator: Dr. Dan Lizotte 

    This session will explore advanced AI approaches and implementation considerations relevant to public health practice. Topics will include simulation and systems modelling, operational AI and deployment, surveillance and health informatics applications, and emerging agentic AI capabilities. Throughout the session, speakers will discuss responsible AI principles and practical considerations for implementing AI solutions in complex public health environments. 

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