Research Symposium
EXPERIENCE THE 19TH ANNUAL
RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM
Register for Mercy College of Health Sciences’ 19th Annual Research Symposium – Intelligent Futures: Learning and Healing in the Age of Artificial Intelligence. The event will take place on Monday, March 23, 2026, on Mercy College’s campus. Registration for the event is free.
INTELLIGENT FUTURES:
LEARNING AND HEALING IN THE AGE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
Monday, March 23, 2026 | 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Mercy College of Health Sciences | Sullivan Center Room 102
Experience Mercy College’s
19th Annual Research Symposium
Join us for Mercy College’s 19th Annual Research Symposium – Intelligent Futures: Learning and Healing in the Age of Artificial Intelligence. Current practices in education and healthcare often fail to leverage the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to improve learning outcomes and patient care. This gap exists due to a limited understanding of AI applications, insufficient training on integrating AI tools into workflows, and concerns about ethical and privacy implications. Many professionals lack confidence in adopting AI-driven solutions, resulting in missed opportunities for improved outcomes.
This symposium addresses these gaps by educating participants on evidence-based AI applications, exploring ethical frameworks, and demonstrating practical implementation strategies. The educational need is evident from growing demand among educators and healthcare providers for guidance on responsible AI use, as well as documented challenges in adapting to rapidly evolving technologies. By equipping attendees with knowledge and actionable tools, the symposium aims to enhance decision-making, improve patient outcomes, and foster innovation in teaching and healthcare delivery.
Time |
Session |
Speaker(s) |
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| 12:00 – 1:00 P.M. | Registration and Poster Viewing | |
| 1:00 – 2:00 P.M. | SESSION ONE: Bridging Human Expertise and AI: Preparing Students to Thrive in the AI Era |
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| 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. | SESSION TWO: Medicine Meets Machines: Ethical and Legal Challenges of Generative AI |
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| 3:00 – 4:00 P.M. | SESSION THREE: Panel Discussion: AI Across Disciplines: Preparing for a Transformative Era |
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| 4:00 P.M. | Closing Remarks |
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Continuing Education
Credits
- 3.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
- 3.00 AOA Category 2A
- 3.00 CE Contact Hour(s)
Meet the
SPEAKERS
ERIC MANLEY, PhD
Professor, Computer Science
Drake University
CHRISTOPHER PORTER, PhD
Associate Professor, Computer Science,
Director, Artificial Intelligence,
Co-Chair of the Math and Computer Science Departments
Drake University
BECKY DEITENBECK, MS, PMP
Faculty, Artificial Intelligence
Computer Science and Faculty Lead, Artificial Intelligence
Des Moines Area Community College
EVENT
SPONSORS
Mercy College of Health Sciences Research Advisory Council
