Help Shape the Future of AI in Life Science Research and Training

[Minh Huynh]

Dear Colleagues,

Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are rapidly changing how we work in life sciences. To ensure our community is well-supported, Australian BioCommons is mapping how these technologies are being applied particularly in molecular data analysis.

By sharing the current tools, processes, and skill gaps, you will help prioritise national investments in digital infrastructure and directly shape our 2026 training programs.

We are looking for researchers and support staff at all levels of experience, from absolute beginners to daily AI users. Your perspective is valued regardless of your technical background.

There are two ways you can contribute:

• National AI Survey: Contribute to a national understanding of AI requirements in life science research by completing the survey.
• Focus Group: Join a 60-minute interactive Zoom session to share your AI challenges and ideas. Express your interest by submitting your EOI before Friday 13 March. Submit your expression of interest

We will release a summary of the survey and focus group insights in April. This summary will be accompanied by an initial training plan that provides a preview of how your feedback is being used. Register for the webinar

Please feel free to share this email with your colleagues and networks.

Thank you for helping us build a program that works for the whole research community.

Regards,
Minh

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Minh Huynh, PhD SFHEA (she/her)

AI in Research Training Lead
Australian BioCommons

The University of Sydney

W: biocommons.org.au

My position is funded by Bioplatforms Australia and the University of Sydney and hosted by Sydney Informatics Hub.

I acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands upon which I work and pay my respects to their Elders, both past and present.