AI in Biomedicine: Harnessing the Unicorn
The session will take place on Thursday afternoon, 26.2.26, 14:00-18:00
Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing biomedical research—unlocking scientific breakthroughs, streamlining repetitive tasks, and challenging traditional ethical and legal frameworks. This symposium brings together global thought leaders from science, industry, and policy to explore cutting-edge AI applications in biomedicine.

What to Expect?
- Plenary talks by leading international experts
- Innovation Cup – a pitch by selected Israeli researchers
- Moderated panel on enabling early-stage, translatable AI research
Topics to Be Covered
- AI in ethics and law
- AI in pathology and image analysis
- AI in education and training
- AI in biomedical and translational research
Confirmed International Speakers
- Peter Horvath (Hungary) – AI in Health
- Eitan Rupin (USA) – AI in Pathology and Biological Discovery
- Orly Lobel (USA) – Legal and Ethical Aspects of AI
- Olga Troyanskaya (USA) – AI and Law especially in Medicine
Innovation Cup
Selected Israeli researchers will pitch visionary ideas at the intersection of AI and biomedicine. This fast-paced competition is designed to showcase bold thinking and disruptive potential in early-stage research and innovation.
Closing Panel: From Vision to Impact
A dynamic panel of key opinion leaders selected from various disciplines will address the future of AI-powered biomedical research.
Key discussion points include:
- How can we encourage AI-driven biomedical science in Israel and globally?
- What are the common pitfalls in early-stage planning and concept development?
- What successful models or programs have managed to leapfrog the field?
- How can collaboration between biomedical research and computer science be fostered more effectively?
- What barriers exist in the Israeli innovation ecosystem—and what are its unique advantages?
Panelists will include our featured international speakers and selected local participants.