Health Informatics Research Lab-HIRL

25/06/2025

Alhamdulillah! Our another research paper, "Framework for enhanced respiratory disease identification with clinical handcrafted features" is now published and available for open access in the Computers in Biology and Medicine, Elsevier!
This accomplishment highlights the dedication of our students and faculty. Heartfelt thanks to all the authors for their hard work in the Health Informatics Research Lab-HIRL Department of Computer Science & Engineering, DIU, at Daffodil International University. Thanks to all the authors for their outstanding efforts.
Check out the full article here:

18/06/2025

🎉 Big Congratulations to Rashik Shahriar Akash! 🎉

Rashik, a Research Assistant at the HHealth Informatics Research Lab-HIRL DDepartment of Computer Science & Engineering, DIUof DDaffodil International University has achieved something amazing!

🎓 Right after completing his Bachelor's degree, Rashik received two fully funded scholarship offers:

1. Ph.D. in Computer Science at Kennesaw State University, Georgia, USA🇺🇸
2. Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s in Communications Engineering and Data Science (CODAS), CODAS Premium Scholarship, Europe 🇪🇺

Rashik's dedication, academic excellence, and research contributions have paved the way for this outstanding success. We are proud to see our lab members reaching new heights globally.

Congratulations Rashik! Your journey is an inspiration to all aspiring researchers.

21/05/2025

19/05/2025

📊 DIU Micro-Credentials Course: Applied Data Analytics Masterclass: Skyrocket Your Career in Data! 📊

🔥 Ready to ride the wave of the 25% growth in data analytics jobs? Join Daffodil International University’s Applied Data Analytics Masterclass, a 40-hour (30 class + 10 self-study) blended learning program starting May 25, 2025! With only 20-30 seats and equivalent to 2 Credit Hours, this course, led by experts like Sadat Hasan from BRAC Bank, delivers hands-on skills in Python, SQL, Power BI, and machine learning to dominate the data-driven world.

💡 Why Join This Masterclass?
✅ Master data wrangling, visualization, and predictive modeling with real-world datasets.
✅ Build interactive dashboards using Plotly Dash and Power BI.
✅ Create a capstone project tackling industry challenges.
✅ Ideal for fresh grads, analysts, or professionals pivoting to data roles!

🚀 What You’ll Achieve:
⭐ Develop ML models for classification, regression, and forecasting.
⭐ Craft a portfolio to impress employers in data science or BI.
⭐ Earn a certificate issued by DIU.
⭐ Unlock roles like Data Scientist, BI Analyst, or ML Engineer.

🗓 At a Glance:
📅 Starts: May 25, 2025
⏳ Duration: 40 Hours (2 classes/week)
🌐 Mode: Blended (Online Lectures + Live Labs + Projects)
💸 Fee: Only ৳3,500 (was ৳5,000)!
🎯 Seats: Limited to 20-30—reserve now!

📩 Get Started Today!
📱 WhatsApp: 01847334980
📧 Email: microcredentials@daffodilvarsity.edu.bd
🔗 Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfTerF3khoK3PiXKpt80yyDPb18Sbxle4gLIqQACsfZKwV0bA/viewform?usp=dialog

🌍 Lead the data revolution! Master analytics and shape the future of business. Enroll now! ⚡

17/05/2025

🎉Congratulations, Samyo Acharja! 🎉
We are delighted to announce that Samyo Acharja esteemed Research Member of the Health Informatics Research Lab-HIRL Department of Computer Science & Engineering, DIU at Daffodil International University, has been awarded fully funded scholarships to pursue his PhD in Computer Science at Marquette University, USA! 🌟
Your dedication, hard work, and unwavering commitment to excellence have brought you to this incredible milestone. This achievement is a reflection of your passion for advancing computer science.

We wish you the best as you embark on this exciting new chapter of your academic journey. 🚀✨

The HIR Lab at DIU is immensely proud of your accomplishments and will continue to support you as you shine on the global stage.

15/05/2025

Alhamdulillah! Our other collaborative research paper, "OBoctNet: Enhancing Ophthalmic Biomarker Detection Through Active Learning and Explainable AI in Radiological Analysis" is now published and available for open access in the Congnitive Computation Journal, Springer!
This accomplishment highlights the dedication of our students and faculty. Heartfelt thanks to all the authors for their hard work in the Health Informatics Research Lab-HIRL Department of Computer Science & Engineering, DIU at Daffodil International University. Thanks to all the authors for their outstanding efforts.
Check out the full article here:

Optical coherence tomography (OCT) scanning is crucial for the diagnosis of widespread ophthalmic diseases. Traditionally, experts manually identify diseases and biomarkers from OCT scans. Recently, modern medical imaging practices have increasingly utilized deep learning techniques to speed up and....

25/04/2025

21/04/2025

Join us for an insightful session hosted by the Health Informatics Research Lab (HIRL) on the exciting topic:
"AI-Empowered Wearable and Portable Devices for Diagnosing and Monitoring Complex Diseases."

This seminar will also provide valuable guidance on Higher Study Opportunities in Australia, making it a must-attend for students and researchers interested in international academic and research pathways.

🎤 Keynote Speaker:
Dr. Mohammad Ali Moni

Professor, Washington University of Science and Technology (WUST)

Director, AI & Digital Health Technology Centre, Charles Sturt University

📅 Date: Tuesday, April 22, 2025
🕒 Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Venue: Kazi Nazrul Eduplex, 4th Floor, Library, Daffodil Smart City (DSC)

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain expert insights and explore new horizons in AI, healthcare, and higher education!

20/03/2025

Alhamdulillah! Our other collaborative research paper, "A region-of-interest embedded graph neural architecture for gallbladder cancer detection," is now published and available for open access in the Journal of Results in Engineering!
This accomplishment highlights the dedication of our students and faculty. Heartfelt thanks to all the authors for their hard work in the Health Informatics Research Lab-HIRL Department of Computer Science & Engineering, DIU at Daffodil International University. Thanks to all the authors for their outstanding efforts.
Check out the full article here:

11/03/2025

A Blessed Evening of Togetherness | HIR Lab Iftar Mahfil 2025 🌙✨

On March 10, 2025, the Health Informatics Research (HIR) Lab hosted a heartfelt Iftar Gathering, bringing together our esteemed faculty members and students for an evening of unity and gratitude.

We were honored by the presence of our Head of CSE, Sheak Rashed Haider Noori, and Associate Head, Dr. Arif Mahmud, whose support and guidance continue to inspire us. This gathering was not just about breaking fast—it was about strengthening our bond as a research community and reflecting on the values of compassion and collaboration.

A big thank you to everyone who joined and made this event special! Wishing everyone a blessed Ramadan filled with peace, prosperity, and new beginnings. 🌙💙

02/03/2025

Alhamdulillah! Our other collaborative research paper, "A Low Complexity Efficient Deep Learning Model for Automated Retinal Disease Diagnosis" is now published and available for open access in Journal of Healthcare Informatics Research!
This accomplishment highlights the dedication of our students and faculty. Heartfelt thanks to all the authors for their hard work in the Health Informatics Research Lab-HIRL Department of Computer Science & Engineering, DIU at Daffodil International University. Thanks to all the authors for their outstanding efforts. Special thanks to Professor Sami Azam and Mirjam Jonkman for his valuable guidance.
Check out the full article here:

The identification and early treatment of retinal disease can help to prevent loss of vision. Early diagnosis allows a greater range of treatment options and results in better outcomes. Optical coherence tomography (OCT) is a technology used by ophthalmologists to detect and diagnose certain eye con...