Project Overview
The Helmholtz Information & Data Science School for Health (HIDSS4Health) is a unique doctoral program founded by three leading institutions—the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), and Heidelberg University. It trains researchers to apply artificial intelligence and machine learning to real-world health challenges, from diagnostics to personalized therapies.
Our Goal
The mission of HIDSS4Health is to attract, promote, and train outstanding young talents to become the next generation of researchers at the interface of data science and health. The program aims to equip doctoral candidates with the skills needed for leadership roles in both academia and industry.
Highlights
- Elite Collaboration: A joint program between three of Germany's leading research institutions.
- Structured Training: A highly interdisciplinary program providing top research conditions by bringing together experts from the data and life sciences.
- Professional Development: Beyond scientific training, researchers receive training in transferable skills, networking, and career development, graduating with a certificate as a “Data Scientist in Health Applications.”
Research and curriculum
The research program focuses on three core areas: Imaging & Diagnostics, Surgery & Intervention 4.0, and Models for Personalized Medicine. The curriculum includes core courses, specialization options, international research exchanges, and summer schools. A project spotlight includes augmenting physician workflows in precision oncology by predicting next steps and informational needs, reducing workload and supporting more personalized cancer therapies.
