Dr. Regina Barzilay

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Biography

Regina Barzilay is a Distinguished Professor of AI and Health in the School of Engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and the AI Faculty Lead at the Jameel Clinic. She develops machine learning methodologies with applications in drug discovery and clinical AI, having previously worked extensively in natural language processing. Her research contributions have garnered her several accolades including the MacArthur Fellowship, the NSF Career Award, and the AAAI Squirrel AI Award for her advancements in artificial intelligence aimed at benefiting humanity. Regina is a member of prestigious organizations such as the National Academy of Engineering, the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and the National Academy of Medicine. Her work focuses on improving algorithms for medical applications, particularly in oncology, where she is advancing the use of AI for early detection and treatment of breast cancer. Regina's commitment to education is reflected in her teaching roles, helping students understand the applications of AI in medicine and drug optimization. She has received multiple awards for her excellence in teaching and research, including honors from IEEE and recognition as a top innovator.

Research Interests

Experience

Distinguished Professor of AI and Health

2021-01-01 — Present

Massachusetts Institute of Technology • Cambridge, MA

Leads research in AI applications for health and develops machine learning models for clinical settings.

AI Faculty Lead

2018-01-01 — Present

Jameel Clinic • Cambridge, MA

Oversees AI research initiatives aimed at improving healthcare delivery and patient outcomes.

Awards

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MacArthur Fellowship

2017-10-01
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NSF Career Award

2005-01-01
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AAAI Squirrel AI Award

2021-01-01