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Health Informatics Research Lab

Welcome to HIRL

Engage people in research, publish quality work, and develop applications for hospitals & diagnostic centers.

About HIRL

Research, innovation, and impactful healthcare solutions.

Our Mission

Advancing and applying innovative health informatics solutions, primarily driven by modern information technology and machine learning methodologies, along with broader computer science principles, to reduce healthcare costs, enhance safety, strengthen equity of access, and improve community health and wellbeing amid evolving global challenges.

Our Vision

The vision of HIRL is to propose and develop cutting-edge Health Informatics based research and frameworks, primarily based on cutting-edge AI and computer vision research methodologies, along with other areas of computer science principles, that could effectively cater to our vision of addressing contemporary issues in healthcare and everyday wellness.

What We Do

Key activities
  • Research and Innovations: Research, production and dissemination of health care and related disciplines HI scholarly information, creation and delivery of HI solutions that should address health needs, inform policy and support evidence-based decisions.
  • Education and Training: Support human capital development in HI at all health training levels as well as professional and technician levels.
  • Community Engagement: We advise and collaborate with International-based, regional, and national health care providers and industry leaders as they apply information technology to developing and implementing new and better ways to generate, manage, access, understand, and use health-related information.
Members

Currently working here

Articles

Recognized journals & conferences

Grants

From reputed organizations

🎓 Student Success

Fully Funded Scholarships

Our students are getting global admits with full funding.

View Wall of Scholars
5
Scholars
3
Countries
5
Universities
5
PhD/MS
Abdullah Al Mahmud
Abdullah Al Mahmud
PhD • 2026
Deakin University
Austrilia Fully Funded
Sadia Sultana Chowa
Sadia Sultana Chowa
PhD • 2026
Monash University
Austrilia Fully Funded
Sidratul Montaha
Sidratul Montaha
PhD • 2026
University of Alberta
Canada Fully Funded
Rashik Shahriar Akash
Rashik Shahriar Akash
PhD • 2025
Kennesaw State University
USA Fully Funded
Samyo Acharja
Samyo Acharja
PhD • 2025
Marquette University
USA Fully Funded

Recent Events

Stay updated with our latest programs and activities.

2025 International Conference on Intelligent Data Analysis and Applications (IDAA)
Opening ceremony of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine & Biology Society (EMBS
CSE department visit of Prof. Dr. Sami Azam from Charles Darwin University, Australia
MoU signing ceremony with the Human Aid Bangladesh Foundation

Testimonials

What mentors and collaborators say about HIRL.

Professor Dr. Md. Fokhray Hossain
Professor Dr. Md. Fokhray Hossain
Professor

HIRL is an inspiring initiative that integrates computer science and medical research to develop intelligent healthcare solutions. The research being conducted here will pave the way for AI-driven diagnostics and improved patient care, setting a benchmark for future innovations.

Professor Dr. Syed Akhter Hossain,
Professor Dr. Syed Akhter Hossain,
Dean and Professor of CSE

HIRL represents the fusion of technology and healthcare, bringing cutting-edge research into real-world medical applications. The dedication of this lab to deep learning and medical imaging is commendable, and I am confident that its research will contribute to major advancements in health informatics.

Ahmed Moustofa
Ahmed Moustofa
Professor

International collaborations in research lead to transformative discoveries. HIRL is playing a key role in fostering global partnerships in AI-driven healthcare research. I encourage researchers and students to leverage these opportunities to enhance their impact in the field.

Professor Dr. Mohammad Ali Moni
Professor Dr. Mohammad Ali Moni
Professor

I have had the privilege of collaborating with HIRL, and I am impressed by its commitment to cutting-edge research in health informatics. The potential of AI in transforming global healthcare is immense, and this lab is at the forefront of making meaningful contributions to the field.

Dr. Md Zahid Hasan
Dr. Md Zahid Hasan
Associate Professor

The Health Informatics Research Lab (HIRL) is dedicated to advancing artificial intelligence in healthcare through innovative research and interdisciplinary collaboration. Our goal is to bridge the gap between technology and medical science, ensuring that AI-driven solutions contribute to real-world medical applications. I encourage students and researchers to explore this field and make a lasting impact on global healthcare.