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CGDS Trainee Attends 2023 CCTS Training Symposium

Samuel Bharti, a doctoral trainee in CGDS, attended the 2023 CCTS Training Symposium in Biloxi, MS from September 27th to September 29th. Thanks to his outstanding work, Samuel received a $300 travel award to present his latest research on Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1).

In his poster presentation titled “Application of a Multi-Omics Approach in NF1 Deficient Tumors and Controls can Highlight Novel Associations and Therapeutic Targets,” Samuel shared how his research approach could open new pathways for understanding and treating NF1.

The CCTS Training Symposium is a gathering of some of the brightest minds in clinical and translational science, offering a platform for sharing cutting-edge research.

Congratulations to Samuel on his well-deserved recognition!

Rabab Fatima Embarks on a Journey at Georgia Tech

We’re excited to announce that Rabab Fatima, a Software Developer II at CGDS, has been accepted into the Master’s in Computer Science (Online) program at the Georgia Institute of Technology, starting Spring 2024.

Rabab’s decision to pursue this advanced degree stems from her commitment to deepening her expertise in Computer Science and Software Engineering, with a keen focus on the Interactive Intelligence specialization. This specialization aligns with her passion for exploring the intersection of Artificial Intelligence, Human-Computer Interaction, and Cognitive Science.

Rabab’s goal is to harness the knowledge and skills acquired through the OMSCS program to innovate and create cutting-edge technical products and tools. She aims to develop solutions that are not only technologically advanced but also intelligent and human-centered, reflecting a deep understanding of cognitive science alongside the latest developments in AI and Machine Learning. Rabab’s journey into this prestigious program is a testament to her dedication to her professional growth and her vision for contributing meaningful advancements in the tech world.

We congratulate Rabab on this significant achievement and look forward to the innovative contributions she will undoubtedly make to our field with the insights gained from her studies at Georgia Tech.

CGDS Trainee Presents at 2023 GBS Symposium

Tarun Mamidi presenting at the 2023 UAB GBS Symposium

Tarun Mamidi, a doctoral trainee in the Genetics, Genomics, and Bioinformatics theme, delivered an impressive oral presentation titled about identifying cystic fibrosis variants using his tool, DITTO, at the 2023 UAB GBS Symposium.

His presentation highlighted the development of DITTO, a variant prioritization tool designed to identify modifier variants in rare diseases by integrating whole-genome sequencing data and machine learning models.

Congratulations to Tarun for being selected for an oral presentation and for his outstanding contribution to genome interpretation research!

CGDS Trainees Attend the 2022 CCTS Translational Training Symposium

CGDS trainees Shaurita Hutchins, Brandon Wilik, and Tarun Mamidi attended and presented at the 2022 CCTS Translational Training Symposium in Mobile, Alabama. Both Mamidi and Hutchins received the CCTS Scientific Excellence Award to support travel to the symposium starting on September 14th.

Shaurita, Brandon, and Tarun (left to right) on the final day.
Shaurita presenting a poster on pulmonary arterial hypertension.
Tarun presenting his variant pathogenicity tool called DITTO.

All trainees presented posters at the conference and were able to gain valuable knowledge on networking, utilizing social media as scientists, navigating relationships with mentors, and writing aims for their researchers.