College of Information Science Scholars Named Inaugural Jetstream2 AI Fellows
The Jetstream2 cloud HPC system. Image courtesy Jetstream2 / Indiana University.
College of Information Science Assistant Professor of Practice Greg Chism and PhD in Information student Laura Dozal have been named to the first cohort of the Jetstream2 AI Fellows Program, a pioneering initiative powered by Jetstream2, a resource for adding cloud-based, on-demand computing and data analysis resources to the national cyberinfrastructure led by the Pervasive Technology Institute at Indiana University. This recognition not only underscores the significant contributions of University of Arizona faculty and students to the evolving field of artificial intelligence, but also aligns with our commitment to fostering cutting-edge research and educational practices in the fields of AI, machine learning, data science and beyond.
Dr. Greg Chism: Bridging Data Science and Behavioral Ecology
Chism, known for his impactful work in open access data science and democratizing education, focuses on integrating AI to map patient journeys in healthcare. His current research targets care gaps in patients with comorbidities like anxiety, depression and chronic pain—conditions that often coexist yet lack integrated interventions, thereby increasing healthcare burdens and affecting life quality. As a Jetstream2 AI Fellow, he will enhance his ensemble model for AI patient journey mapping, aiming to uncover disparities and inform impactful policy and healthcare provider interventions.
“The Jetstream2 AI Pilot Fellowship is an exciting opportunity to push the boundaries of scalable AI research and education,” Chism says. “Access to high-performance cloud computing will enable us to explore cutting-edge machine learning models while also making these technologies more accessible to the next generation of data scientists. This fellowship is not just about advancing AI—it’s about democratizing it, ensuring that researchers and students alike can harness the power of AI for real-world impact.”
Luara Dozal: Analyzing Social Movements through AI
Dozal, a PhD in Information candidate, employs network analysis, visual interpretation and computer vision to dissect gender equality movements in Mexico, focusing particularly on the anti-feminicide movement. Her project aims to clarify fragmented news on social media platforms by analyzing relationships between Instagram posts’ network structures. The Jetstream2 AI Fellowship will allow her to contribute her findings to the computational social sciences community and offer tools for social movement practitioners, enhancing the accessibility and applicability of technology in social advocacy.
About the Jetstream2 AI Fellows Program
The Jetstream2 AI Fellows Program spans nine months, providing a unique blend of resources, training and support to propel AI-based research. Participants gain priority access to advanced computing resources, including state-of-the-art GPUs, and benefit from personalized consulting services to tackle technical and logistical challenges in their projects.
The inaugural Jetstream2 AI Fellows. Image courtesy Jetstream2 / Indiana University.
This program not only aims to advance individual research projects but also to enrich the broader research community by encouraging fellows to share their insights through workshops and educational materials. Fellows like Chism and Dozal engage with other researchers, enhancing their experience and broadening the scope of interdisciplinary knowledge exchange. This collaborative framework is designed to help fellows not only advance their individual projects but also contribute to a larger dialogue about the integration of AI in solving complex problems across different domains.
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