Kaveri Thakoor, PhD, is the Principal Investigator of the Artificial Intelligence Vision Science (AI4VS) Laboratory at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. Dr. Thakoor's research focuses on developing human-vision-inspired artificial intelligence to automate the analysis of biomedical images, with the goal of augmenting the capabilities of medical experts in detecting eye diseases such as glaucoma and age-related macular degeneration. Under her leadership, the lab has successfully presented groundbreaking research at numerous prestigious conferences, contributing to advancements in ophthalmology and health informatics. Dr. Thakoor is dedicated to fostering innovation and excellence in her field, as demonstrated by her team's participation in significant international symposiums and workshops. She has mentored several students recognized for their contributions to the field, including awards from the Regeneron Science Talent Search Competition. Her work emphasizes the integration of AI in clinical settings to enhance diagnostic processes and patient care.