Big Data of Recreational Drugs Through the Lens of Pharmaceutic, Public Health, and Socioeconomic Data
The outcomes of the National Inter-University Big Data Challenge — a student-led exploration of how AI and data science can shape better health and social futures.
2019
Inter-University Big Data Challenge™
IUBDC offers a rare and highly sought-after opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students to use AI and advanced data analytics to conduct hands-on, student-driven research in biomedical sciences and health.
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Program Statistics
First Time Project
IUBDC
4/5
participants completed a research project for the first time
98%
success rate in manuscript publication,
90%
increase in event participants
real-world Skills
IUBDC
9/10
participants gained ML/AI skills and applied them in real-world context
Culminating Events
Western Canada Finals
Calgary, AB, January 31, 2025
University of Calgary Hunter Hub for Entrepreneurial Thinking
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Winners
Winners of Canada’s National Big Data and AI Challenge
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Dave Carter
National Research, Council
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Vivek Saahil
Manager – Strategic Business Analysis, Planning & Support, Pratt & Whitney Canada
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Dr. Michael Duong
Roche Canada, Head of Innovation
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Special Guests
Provides expertise and fosters connections with government academia, and industry to guide initiatives.
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estern Canada Finals
Toronto, ON, January 30, 2025
Microsoft Canadian Headquarters
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Winners
Winners of Canada’s National Big Data and AI Challenge
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Dave Carter
National Research, Council
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Vivek Saahil
Manager – Strategic Business Analysis, Planning & Support, Pratt & Whitney Canada
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member profile image
Dr. Michael Duong
Roche Canada, Head of Innovation
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Special Guests
Provides expertise and fosters connections with government academia, and industry to guide initiatives.
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