I’m deeply honored to share that I’ve been elected to the Royal Society of Canada’s College of New Scholars, Artists, and Scientists (Class of 2025). This recognition is incredibly meaningful to me, as it highlights the journey I’ve been on to bridge artificial intelligence and biomedicine—a journey shaped by inspiring mentors, supportive colleagues, and an amazing community of collaborators and students. Over the years, my work has focused on developing generative and foundation AI models to tackle some of the most challenging problems in genomics, medical imaging, and clinical decision-making. These efforts are driven by a simple but profound vision: to harness cutting-edge machine learning to transform real-world healthcare and improve patient outcomes. I’ve been fortunate to work at the intersection of academia, healthcare, and industry, alongside some of the most talented colleagues and collaborators. My academic home is at the @UofT, where I work with amazing students and researchers. I also have the privilege of collaborating closely with teams at @UHN and the @VectorInst , and more recently, I’ve begun a new chapter with @Xaira_Thera, working to bring AI-driven innovation to drug discovery. This recognition wouldn’t be possible without the many people who have supported me along the way. To my students, lab members, and collaborators—thank you for your trust, creativity, and relentless curiosity. The RSC College brings together leaders from across disciplines to tackle Canada’s most pressing issues. I’m excited to engage with this incredible community and continue pushing the boundaries of what AI can do in medicine and science. Thank you to the Royal Society of Canada, the University of Toronto, UHN, Vector Institute, and everyone who has been part of this journey. 🙏 I’m excited for what lies ahead. #AI #Healthcare #RSC #FoundationModels #GenerativeAI #Biomedicine #TeamUHN