AI for Health: From Data to Discovery
EVENT DETAILS
Date and Time
July 23, 2026
9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Location
Cardwell Collaborative
AI for Health: From Data to Discovery is a two-day STEM workshop designed for high school students interested in exploring the future of healthcare, technology, and innovation. Hosted by the Medical Center of the Americas Innovation Center and STEM Lab in partnership with Workforce Solutions Borderplex, this hands-on experience introduces students to the fundamentals of artificial intelligence and its growing role in healthcare, biomedical research, public health, and scientific discovery.
Led by Ivan Gris, Chief Technology Officer for the City of El Paso, students will engage in interactive activities that explore machine learning, healthcare data, biomedical visualization, and emerging technologies such as virtual reality. Participants will learn how AI systems are trained, analyze real-world datasets, and discover how technology is transforming healthcare and life sciences.
No coding experience is required just bring your laptop. This beginner-friendly workshop is designed to inspire the next generation of innovators while providing valuable exposure to STEM, healthcare, and technology career pathways.
Event Details
- Dates: July 23–24
- Time: 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM
- Location: Cardwell Collaborative Building, Medical Center of the Americas Campus
- Who can attend: High School Students
- Instructor: Ivan Gris, Chief Technology Officer, City of El Paso
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