HMX Short Courses - AI in Medicine
Biomedical Signal Interpretation
Learn about advances in interpreting biomedical signals and the use of machine learning and deep learning to aid in analysis and diagnosis.
Recent advances in AI are enabling automated systems to detect patterns in biomedical signals with human-level or even superhuman performance, expanding access to timely and accurate interpretation of signal data for clinical use.
This short course will introduce you to the key ideas and approaches behind AI interpretation of biomedical signals, highlighting techniques that can directly analyze data to uncover intricate patterns. This course offers a unique way for professionals to learn from leading experts about the key concepts and evolving impact of AI in biomedical signal interpretation.
Topics covered include:
- Introduction to Biomedical Signals and Deep Learning
- EEG Fundamentals
- Clinical Use of the EEG
- Detecting Arrhythmias Using Deep Learning
- Evaluating Deep Learning Models for Arrhythmia Detection
- Deep Learning for Arrhythmia Detection
- Assessing the Potential of Deep Learning for Detection of Arrhythmias
- Predicting Psychiatric Disorder Symptoms with EEG and Machine Learning
- Evaluating the Predictive Capacity of the EEG Model
- In Practice: Evolving Applications of AI in Biomedical Signal Interpretation
Primary Faculty
Pranav Rajpurkar, PhD
Assistant Professor of Biomedical Informatics, Harvard Medical School
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Frequently asked questions
What does it take to sign up? How much are the courses?
You simply need to fill out the registration form, choose your course(s), and pay by January 31, 2025:
- Individual course: $495
- Two-course bundle: $595
- Three-course bundle: $795
Can I apply for financial aid?
Partial tuition waivers are not available for HMX Short Courses.
What is the course schedule and time commitment?
You will be enrolled in your HMX Short Course(s) on February 5, 2025. Most people can expect to spend 3-4 hours total on an HMX short course. In order to be considered for a short course certificate of completion, you must complete your coursework within eight weeks, by April 2, 2025.
Is there a final exam?
There will be graded assessments throughout the course. However, these do not count toward your certificate status; please see below for certificate requirements.
Can I drop a course?
You may withdraw from the course and request a refund up until February 4, 2025. Once you are enrolled, you will not be able to drop or request a refund. No extensions will be offered.
How can participants get help?
For technical support, learners can contact the HMX team for assistance throughout the course session. There are no discussion forums in the HMX Short Courses.
What is the criteria to earn a certificate?
In order to earn a short course certificate of completion, you must watch all videos, complete all assessments, and work through all other course material within the active course period. Once you have met the criteria, your certificate will be sent to your email. Certificates of achievement are not offered for short courses.
Will I get a physical certificate?
No, we are only offering PDF versions of certificates for short courses. You will not have the option to request a physical copy from us, but you are welcome to have it printed at your local print shop.
Can I mention my certificate in my LinkedIn profile or on my resume?
Yes. Certificates that you earn are appropriate for inclusion on LinkedIn or on your resume.
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“I’ve found all the courses to be tremendously helpful. The topics are so well organized, and I think the lectures cover those fundamental ideas very well…they are challenging in a positive way.”
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Senior Principal Biostatistician, Novartis
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