Artificial intelligence is changing the game in medical research, from modeling molecules to predicting disease risk. This episode of the UB Medicine podcast explores how AI is shaping the future of health care right here in Western New York. Allison Brashear, MD, MBA, hosts a discussion with Thomas Grant, PhD, assistant professor of structural biology, and Vincent Tutino, PhD, assistant professor in the Department of Pathology and Anatomical Sciences, about Empire AI, accelerating drug discovery, and more.

This episode offers a compassionate look at how individuals and communities navigate emotional wellness during the holiday season. Allison Brashear , MD, MBA, hosts a heartfelt conversation with Beth A. Smith, MD, chair of psychiatry at the Jacobs School, and Susan M. Orrange, MEd, PhD, assistant dean for education and resident services in the Office of Graduate Medical Education. Together, they explore the intersection of grief, mental health and resilience, highlighting the Jacobs School’s commitment to fostering a culture of compassion and supporting caregivers, students and health care professionals through challenging times.

This episode explores cutting-edge advancements in neurology with the help of two clinical and research leaders at the Jacobs School.

Host Allison Brashear, MD, MBA hosts a conversation with Daniel Woo, MD, Professor and Irvin and Rosemary Smith Endowed Chair of Neurology, and Melissa L. Rayhill, clinical associate professor, vice chair for education and adult neurology residency program director.

Together, they dive into innovations in stroke prevention and recovery, migraine research, and the broader impact of interdisciplinary collaboration and mentorship in neurology.