Rae Harbird Day: Inspiring future innovators in Digital Health and AMR

The Digital Health Hub for Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) was proud to participate in Rae Harbird Day, an event dedicated to promoting diversity, education, and championing gender equality in computer science. Hosted in collaboration with UCL Computer Science, this Outreach Day welcomed school groups to explore the world of computer science, digital health and experience university life firsthand.

As part of the event, Research Fellow, David Guzman delivered an interactive workshop on user and system design for a machine learning-powered mobile app to aid in the rapid detection of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Students were introduced to key concepts such as user research, AI, databases, APIs, (Application Programming Interface), and electronic patient record systems, gaining insight into how digital tools can tackle real world problems.

The highlight of the session was a hands-on design challenge, where students worked in teams to create a system that could capture, classify, and connect data from rapid diagnostic tests. This task mirrored real-world problem-solving in digital health and showcased how communication and problem-solving can drive innovation to solve issues faced by different stakeholders within the health sector.

Rae Harbird Day serves as a powerful reminder of Rae’s legacy and her dedication to mentoring the next generation. Through initiatives like this, we continue to inspire young minds to pursue a future in technology and raise awareness of AMR.

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