A partnership proposal to transform public health education, research, and workforce development through AI innovation
The flagship program of the AI for Public Health Initiative—proven success, exceptional feedback, and growing demand
An immersive, hands-on educational experience equipping public health professionals with essential AI skills. For 2026, we're introducing two distinct learning tracks to serve both newcomers and practitioners ready to advance.
For public health professionals new to AI. Build foundational understanding of concepts, ethics, and practical applications in health contexts.
For practitioners ready to build. Hands-on technical training with cloud platforms, data pipelines, and deploying AI solutions in public health settings.
We already leverage Google tools through existing UA licensing. With partnership support, we want to significantly expand integration:
Google as the preferred technology partner for the AI for Public Health Initiative
A 3-year commitment establishing Google Cloud as the foundation technology across all initiative activities
Comprehensive training program for faculty to adopt Google Cloud solutions in their classrooms and research projects.
Google Cloud tools embedded across all AI public health courses—students learn to elevate research using cloud technologies.
Cloud credits, infrastructure, and technical consulting for faculty and student research projects in digital health.
"AI for Public Health powered by Google" across all materials, programs, and communications.
Help the public health sector mature in cloud and AI adoption—trained professionals enter agencies ready to implement.
Continued premier sponsorship of the flagship Summer School program with expanded reach and offerings.
Every graduate becomes a Google Cloud-proficient professional entering the public health workforce—creating market maturity and long-term adoption.
The most ambitious proposal: a permanent, physical center advancing AI innovation in public health
A world-class incubator, accelerator, and testbed environment for AI solutions developed for population health—housed at the University of Arizona.
State-of-the-art computing facility with Google-provided equipment. Incubator and accelerator space for AI health solutions. University-wide access for cross-disciplinary projects.
Regular workshops, bootcamps, and certification programs. Year-round training for students, faculty, and public health professionals. Google Cloud skills development center.
Talks, seminars, and symposia bringing together researchers, practitioners, and industry. Annual AI & Population Health Summit. Visiting scholar program.
Scientific collaboration between MEZCOPH and Google researchers. Joint publications and evidence generation. Access to unique population health datasets.
Scientific partnership for conducting research together between MEZCOPH and Google researchers: