RAPiD-VBP-KNUST

As we reflect on how this year has been a great journey, RAPiD-VBP KNUST wishes everyone a Merry Christmas filled with love, joy, and peace. May the New Year bring growth, hope, and prosperity to us all.🎄✨

We’ve been featured by KNUST! RAPiD-VBP & AI4PEP Ghana are using AI + bioacoustics to turn mosquito wingbeats into data for smarter disease surveillance. Over 92% accuracy. Homegrown innovation. Global impact. Read more 👉 shorturl.at/B0cqK #AI4PEP #KNUST #AIforGood

We’re thrilled to announce the publication of our latest systematic review under the AI4PEP Rapid-VBP Ghana project! “Trends and Advances in Image-Based Mosquito Identification and Classification Using Machine Learning Models” Read the full paper here: lnkd.in/eGUHcj4S

Mosquitoes: The World's Deadliest Insects! They spread malaria, dengue & Zika, causing 700K+ deaths annually. With AI-powered monitoring, we can track & fight these diseases smarter! How can tech help control outbreaks? #AI4PEP #MalariaPrevention #AIforGood #PublicHealth

Join us for a transformative discussion on "Beyond Representation: Centering Marginalized Voices in AI Design," with Dr. Rose-Mary Gyening. This talk will explore the importance of incorporating diverse perspectives in AI development to create fair and inclusive technologies.

Highlights from the recent WiMLDS Workshop Rose-Mary Owusuaa Mensah Gyening, PhD delivered an inspiring keynote address on “Leveraging AI for Social Good.” She discussed the transformative power of AI to address societal challenges and enhance human well-being.

@buddykings conducted a crucial training session for municipal health directors and disease control officers on the introduction to disease vectors. This initiative is pivotal in improving understanding and control of disease vectors of malaria elimination in the regions #AI4PEP

The AI4PEP Inception Workshop was featured on MyJoyOnline! This event, marked a significant step forward in integrating AI with public health strategies, specifically targeting vector-borne diseases. Check out on MyJoyOnline: bit.ly/3VrQGb3 @dzevela @buddykings

Dr. Franklin Asiedu-Bekoe's presentation provided critical insights into the burden of vector-borne diseases in Ghana, highlighting the significant challenges and strides in combating illnesses such as malaria and yellow fever. @dzevela @buddykings #AI4PEP #RAPiD_VBP

At the AI4PEP Workshop, @buddykings highlighted critical gaps in Ghana's health surveillance system, emphasizing the need for a risk-targeted early detection system using Responsible AI and predictive models. #vector #KNUST

The AI4PEP RAPID-VBP Inception Workshop held a dynamic stakeholder engagement session focused on exploring the critical roles of gender in public health assessments. @buddykings @dzevela @IDRC_CRDI #PublicHealth #GenderEquality

We had a successful completion of the AI4PEP RAPID-VBP Project Workshop. We had Insightful presentations by our esteemed guests, @buddykings , Prof. Ellis Owusu-Dabo, Dr. Francis Chisaka Kasolo, and Dr. Franklin Asiedu Bekoe. We thank everyone for making this workshop a success

The "AI4PEP RAPID-VBP Project Inception and Stakeholder Engagement Workshop" is currently ongoing! To join the Zoom meeting, please use the link below: Zoom Link: bit.ly/4bhdgc8 Meeting ID: 880 1299 1857 Passcode: AI4PEP Don't miss out on this insightful event! #KNUST

We invite you to the "AI4PEP RAPID-VBP Project Inception Workshop." Join us today at 8:00AM at the Impact Building, KNUST on the theme: "Responsible AI for Vector-Borne Disease Surveillance." Zoom Link: bit.ly/4bhdgc8 Meeting ID: 880 1299 1857 Passcode: AI4PEP @dzevela

Just two days to go, join us for a Transformative Workshop at the Impact Building, KNUST We invite you to the "AI4PEP RAPID-VBP Project Inception and Stakeholder Engagement Workshop." 📎 Registration Link : forms.gle/kvhUzABVeZjnTH… #KNUST #AI4PEP #PublicHealth #AIInnovation

On May 7th, 2024, Rose-Mary Owusuaa Mensah Gyening, PhD facilitated a workshop titled "Branding Yourself as an Online Learner". This workshop was part of an initiative by KNUST in collaboration with the Mastercard Foundation. @buddykings @IDRC_CRDI @Ai4Pep @dzevela

We are thrilled to invite you to the "AI4PEP RAPID-VBP Project Inception and Stakeholder Engagement Workshop" Join us on the 20th of May 2024 at 8:00AM as we dive deep into the world of Artificial Intelligence with the theme: "Responsible AI for Vector-Borne Disease Surveillance"

Capacity Building on Data Analytics and AI Rose-Mary Owusuaa Mensah Gyening, PhD hosted a workshop on data analytics with Power BI. The workshop had participants drawn from the Health definition of one of the biggest Government hospitals in Ghana. @Ai4Pep @buddykings #AI #Ai4pep

Our AI expert, Rose-Mary Owusuaa Mensah Gyening, PhD @rosemarymensah , gave a talk on blockchain application in artificial intelligence at the Great Hall of Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST). Read more here rapid-vbp.org/news/ @Ai4Pep @dzevela

The application deadline has been extended. Apply now.