Section of Surgical Sciences

Quantum computing team including Sunho Park wins competitive award

Their work focused on determining tissue and electrophysiological properties of the heart based on existing imaging approaches using quantum computing.

Vanderbilt-developed AI platform validated for molecular mapping of tissues

The advancement transforms how scientists and clinicians can visualize and analyze complex tissues on a high-resolution map of cellular landscapes across entire tissue sections.

VUMC’s Section of Surgical Sciences and LG forge collaboration on AI initiatives for medical needs

The collaboration will center on the Molecular AI Initiative’s pioneering platform, which uses AI-driven 3D spatial multimodal research to build predictive, high-fidelity models of a patient’s disease at the molecular level.

By VUMC News and Communications

Eunice Huang, MD, MS. (photo by Donn Jones)

April 23, 2025

Eunice Huang appointed to council of the American Board of Surgery

The council, which consists of about 35 ABS-certified surgeons, sets national standards for surgical education, assessment, certification and research priorities.

By Christina Echegaray

April 14, 2025

Kenneth Jacobs remembered for long career supporting surgical resident training

The J. Kenneth Jacobs Fellowship in Surgery was established in Dr. Jacobs’ honor to support surgical residents during their laboratory years.

By Jill Clendening

April 9, 2025

VUMC partners with public safety groups to combat distracted driving

A crash involving a distracted driver occurs approximately every 43 minutes based on statistics from the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security.