A Short Course on Deep Learning in Medical Sciences

Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
April 2021 – March 2022

I initiated and conducted a voluntary project titled “A Short Course on Deep Learning in Medical Sciences,” aimed at educating pharmacy and medical students about the fundamentals and potential impact of machine learning and deep learning in the healthcare field. Key aspects of this project included:

• Course Design and Implementation: Developed a comprehensive curriculum covering the basics of machine learning and deep learning, with a specific focus on their applications in medical sciences.
• Interactive Lectures: Delivered interactive lectures and practical sessions to help students understand complex concepts and apply them to real-world problems.
• Mentorship and Guidance: Provided mentorship to students interested in pursuing careers in AI and data science, sharing my personal journey and experiences to inspire and guide them.
• Awareness and Advocacy: Raised awareness about the importance of integrating modern AI technologies into the medical curriculum to better prepare students for future challenges in healthcare.

Guest Lecturer on AI Applications in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (TIPS), Tehran University of Medical Sciences

As a guest lecturer, I had the opportunity to share my expertise in artificial intelligence and its applications in pharmaceutical sciences with students and faculty members. My contributions included:

• Lecture Series: Conducted a series of lectures focusing on AI trends, trustworthy AI, and practical applications of AI in drug discovery, pharmacovigilance, and personalized medicine.
• Workshops: Organized hands-on workshops to demonstrate the use of AI tools and software, allowing participants to gain practical experience and insights into AI-driven research.
• Discussion Forums: Facilitated discussions and Q&A sessions to encourage critical thinking and knowledge exchange among attendees.

Mentor for Undergraduate Research Projects

Bioinformatics and Computational Biology Laboratory (BCB), Sharif University of Technology

In my role as a mentor, I guided undergraduate students through their research projects, helping them develop their skills and achieve their academic goals. My mentoring activities included:

• Project Guidance: Assisted students in defining research questions, designing experiments, and analyzing data.
• Skill Development: Taught students essential research skills, including data analysis, programming, and scientific writing.
• Feedback and Evaluation: Provided constructive feedback on students’ work, helping them improve the quality of their research and presentations.