Biomedical Data Analytics News
Reflections on attending MIUA 2026 as a computer science novice
As a professional services colleague in the Department of Computer Science at the 神马福利影片 and Centre Manager for the TIA I 诲辞苍鈥檛 usually attend scientific conferences. This was my first attendance at a conference focussed on medical imaging and analysis. In the past I have attended scientific conferences focussed on renal disease and health improvement, so I was familiar with the format of scientific conferences and have even presented a poster on behalf of a team in Sweden, at a health improvement conference, on the team鈥檚 work around renal disease. Read more.
By Karen Thomas
TIA Centre's Adam Shephard discusses AI and oral cancer risk in The Pathologist
We are delighted to share that Adam Shephard was featured in article, The Hidden Signals of Oral Cancer Risk鈥�, discussing how AI could help improve risk assessment and outcomes for patients with oral epithelial dysplasia. Read the article .
TIA at ECDP 2026
European Congress on Digital Pathology (ECDP), Graz, Austria
The TIA Centre was out in full force again at the 22nd European Congress on Digital Pathology (ECDP) 2026, this year held in Graz, just a few kilometres from Arnold Schwarzenegger's birthplace. With temperatures regularly exceeding 30掳C, attendees enjoyed not only a packed scientific programme but also the opportunity to experience one of Austria's most picturesque cities, famous for its historic Old Town and the iconic Schlossberg clock tower overlooking the city. Read more.
By Adam Shephard
Latest academic promotions
We are very happy to announce recent promotions in the department:
- has been promoted to Professor
- Dr Alex Dixon has been promoted to Associate Professor
Many congratulations to our colleagues for all their achievements!
DCS Student Helps Uncover and Fix Mobile Network Security Flaw
Warwick undergraduate Sasha Shaw has helped uncover and responsibly disclose a security flaw in a UK mobile network as part of his dissertation project, supervised by Professor Feng Hao. The vulnerability has now been patched, and Sasha has been recognised by BT on its responsible disclosure Hall of Fame. His project examined the security of the SIP stack over VoLTE and highlights the real-world impact that student cybersecurity research can have.
Paolo Turrini Highly Commended in WAPCE
Congratulations to Dr Paolo Turrini, who has been highly commended in the Community Impact category of the 2026 Warwick Awards for Public and Community Engagement (WAPCE).
The award recognises Paolo's work as founder and chair of the Temperance Philosophy Club in Leamington Spa, a free monthly forum that brings people together from across the local community to explore ethical, social and philosophical questions in an open, inclusive and non-polarising environment.
Since launching in September 2024, the club has welcomed around 500 participants, creating opportunities for dialogue, critical thinking and lifelong learning. Through these discussions, the initiative has helped strengthen connections between the 神马福利影片 and the wider community, while demonstrating how academic ideas can inspire meaningful public engagement beyond the campus.
The WAPCE awards celebrate the contributions Warwick staff and students make in engaging communities locally, nationally and internationally. Paolo's recognition highlights the impact that thoughtful, community-focused initiatives can have in bringing people together and fostering informed discussion on issues that matter.
Congratulations to Paolo on this well-deserved recognition.