In this section, I share what I am up to, pictures of the week, what is new in AI and crypto, and more.
Joanne and I were very pleased to be able to create an endowed chair for Dr. Paul Wright. Paul is an innovator and visionary. I look forward to brainstorming with him. Following is Nuvance Health’s press release following the celebration event. Pictures are in next section. Thanks to Grace Linhard, Chief Development Officer, for working with me to create the endowment. Also, thanks to Amy Forni, Director of External Communications, for getting the news out.
$2 million gift from Danbury, Conn. couple establishes inaugural Endowed Chair for Advanced Technology in Neuroscience at Nuvance Health
7/23/2024
Dr. Paul Wright’s appointment as the John and Joanne Patrick Endowed Chair for Advanced Technology in Neuroscience marks a significant milestone in advancing healthcare technology at Nuvance Health.
Dr. Paul Wright, senior vice president and system chair of the Nuvance Health Neuroscience Institute, is the first John and Joanne Patrick Endowed Chair for Advanced Technology in Neuroscience. A generous $2 million gift from Dr. John R. and Mrs. Joanne Patrick has made this prestigious appointment possible. It is the 17th endowed chair at Nuvance Health. The endowment recognizes Dr. Wright’s leadership in integrating advanced technology into neurological care at Nuvance Health.
The Endowed Chair is a testament to the Patricks’ and Dr. Wright’s commitment to advancing healthcare through technological innovation. The Patricks’ support and Dr. Wright’s leadership will enable Nuvance Health to continue its mission of providing the latest care to its patients and improving health outcomes in the community. One way the endowment will play a vital role is in implementing artificial intelligence (AI) for preventing, diagnosing and treating patients in a personalized manner.
“I am beyond thankful for John and Joanne Patrick’s generosity and overwhelmed by the extraordinary honor of being the recipient of their endowment. We share a passion for technological advancements and a vision to apply them at Nuvance Health to help people get the best healthcare possible,” Dr. Wright said.
Dr. Wright has been a pivotal leader at Nuvance Health, introducing novel technologies to enhance patient care. These include portable MRI technology for neurological patients, and remote monitoring for stroke patients to detect changes in vital signs and prevent medical emergencies.
Dr. Wright has also spearheaded a remote monitoring program for patients with mild cognitive impairment, ensuring they receive timely and effective care at home. Additionally, Dr. Wright and Dr. Jordana Sandy are studying virtual reality (VR) to help patients relax before brain surgery, aiming to improve their overall experiences and outcomes.
“Joanne and I are delighted to be able to provide this Endowed Chair. We feel proud of Nuvance Health and look forward to seeing it implement the advanced technologies Dr. Wright introduces,” Dr. Patrick said.
Dr. John R. Patrick, a visionary in technology and healthcare, has made significant contributions to the development of the Internet. Dr. Patrick has played a crucial role in shaping the digital landscape as a co-founding member of the World Wide Web Consortium at MIT in 1994 and former vice president of Internet Technology at IBM.
Dr. Patrick is also a philanthropist and an active volunteer at Nuvance Health. He is a Digital Patient Experience Executive Committee member and was previously on the Danbury Hospital and Western Connecticut Health Network boards of directors. The Patricks also established the S. Javed Shahid, MD Endowed Fund for the Advancement of Neurosurgery, launched a women’s cardiac care program and funded a cell research lab in the Ruggles Research Institute at Nuvance Health. They also helped fund the Nuvance Health Keto Diet Study for Pancreatic Cancer and developments in several other clinical areas.
Grace Linhard, chief development officer at Nuvance Health, extended her heartfelt thanks to the Patricks: “We are deeply grateful to John and Joanne Patrick for their continual support of Nuvance Health. Their dedication and generosity have been instrumental in advancing our mission to provide exceptional care.”
Linhard shared, “Endowed Chairs are bestowed upon the brightest minds and trailblazers in their field. This latest Endowed Chair will further our ability to recruit top medical and clinical staff, acquire the latest healthcare technology and conduct research — all to improve the health of our patients and communities.”
Dr. Patrick is the president of Attitude LLC and the founder of the Patrick Foundation. He also served for 12 years on the board of OCLC, Inc., which provides cloud services to libraries worldwide. He is the author of seven books about technology, healthcare and business, including “Robot Attitude: How Robots and Artificial Intelligence Will Make Our Lives Better” and “Health Attitude: Unraveling and Solving the Complexities of Healthcare.” See johnpatrick.com.
Learn more about the Nuvance Health Neuroscience Institute.
No more talks for the summer. I will be traveling a lot in July, August, and September. Will do my best to keep the weeklies coming.
Epi One has now raised $792,589.86 from 153 investors. Minimum investment is $500. Seems to be a lot of interest in early detection of cancer. The company has just acquired some new PCR (polymerase chain reaction) based testing equipment.
Crypto News This Week
The crypto market has been quite active this week. Here are some of the key developments:
- Bitcoin’s Rally: Bitcoin has seen a significant price increase, surpassing $67,000. This surge has been attributed to various factors, including potential political developments and overall market sentiment.
- Ethereum’s Dip: In contrast to Bitcoin, Ethereum has experienced a decline, potentially linked to the launch of Ethereum ETFs and subsequent outflows.ZK Proofs on Bitcoin: A major milestone was achieved with the first verified ZK-proof on the Bitcoin mainnet.This could have significant implications for privacy and scalability on the Bitcoin network.
- Regulatory Landscape: The regulatory environment continues to evolve, with discussions around stablecoin regulations and the impact of potential political changes on the crypto industry.
- AI and Crypto Intersection: There’s increasing interest in the intersection of AI and crypto, with miners exploring opportunities to leverage their computational power for AI tasks.
Overall, the crypto market is experiencing a period of volatility and significant developments.
AI News This Week
The AI landscape continues to evolve rapidly. Here are some of the key developments this week:
- Samsung’s AI Boost: The tech giant has integrated enhanced AI features into its latest foldable phones and wearables, aiming to stay competitive in the high-end market.
- OpenAI’s China Block: Amidst growing geopolitical tensions, OpenAI has restricted access to its platform from mainland China and Hong Kong, limiting access to advanced AI technologies.
- Elon Musk’s AI Claims: The tech mogul has asserted that he’s developing “the world’s most powerful AI by every metric,” sparking further discussions around AI development and competition.
- AI for Deepfake Detection: Researchers are exploring the use of deep space images to develop tools capable of detecting deepfakes.
- AI Regulation Concerns: The growing complexity of AI systems has led scientists to call for urgent regulations for “living robots,” highlighting the ethical implications of advanced AI.
These are just a few of the major AI news items this week. The field is constantly evolving, with new breakthroughs and challenges emerging regularly.
My YouTube channel is at http://www.youtube.com/jrpatric The oldest one on the channel was from a speech I gave in Paris in 1996. It is here.
