Biomedical Data Science

Center for Biomedical Data Science

Using big data to detect and treat diseases earlier, faster, and better.

The Center for Biomedical Data Science (CBDS) is connecting scientists across Oregon to applying machine learning to medical data, revolutionizing how we detect and treat cancer and other diseases—faster and earlier than ever.

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Research and Funding Opportunities
Using big data to prevent and cure deadly diseases like cancer. 
We support collaborative teams in developing and applying cutting-edge data science tools, including AI and machine learning, and training the next generation of biomedical data scientists. 
Research & Funding Opportunities
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Hildegard Lamfrom Scholars Program
Scholarship program
This program currently supports faculty and graduate researchers using data science across the UO and OHSU, and will expand to include postdoctoral and undergraduate researchers in the future.  
Lamfrom Scholars Program

 

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Our Team
Collaborative group across the state of Oregon. 
CBDS integrates world class expertise at across UO and OHSU. 
 Our Team
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Facilities and Resources
Developing the next generation of leading researchers
Explore cell characterization and computational facilities and resources at the University of Oregon, and across the state of Oregon. 
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Building 2 Now Open

A dedicated space for world class research and hands-on training

Now open, the second building in the Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact, doubles the campus’ capacity for research and development, while providing a physical home for CBDS. 

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CBDS News and Events

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Single Cell RNA-Seq Analysis Workshop

The CBDS Single Cell RNA-seq Data Analysis Workshop will occur from June 9-12. This workshop is intended for graduate students and postdoctoral scholars who are planning, or who have recently embarked upon, studies that involve Single Cell RNA-seq data. Apply now!

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Hildegard Lamfrom: a Legacy that Continues to Inspire New Scientists 

The Hildegard Lamfrom Scholars Program at the Center for Biomedical Data Science honors the life of a trail-blazing scientist through its support of cutting-edge research and training.

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CBDS Co-Directors Participate in The BIG10 Blood Drive

Bill Cresko, UO Director for the Center for Biomedical Data Science (CBDS), and Sadik Esener, OHSU interim Director for CBDS, participated in the Big Ten blood drive on campus. This inter-campus competition rewards the Big Ten campus that donates the most blood.

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