Bethesda, MD – The National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR) recently hosted its highly anticipated 2025 Artificial Intelligence Boot Camp, a two-day virtual event held on Monday, June 2, and Tuesday, June 3, from 10 am to 3 pm ET. The boot camp delved into the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on nursing science and health research, drawing immense interest from the scientific community.

The program was designed to provide attendees with a comprehensive understanding of AI's foundational principles, offering actionable steps for incorporating AI into their professional work. Participants explored exemplary research and clinical applications of AI, alongside critical discussions on the ethical considerations surrounding its adoption in healthcare.

Due to overwhelming demand, the event quickly reached maximum capacity, underscoring the keen interest in AI's role within nursing and health. For those unable to attend the live sessions, presentations will be recorded and made available on the NINR website, ensuring broader access to this vital information. The boot camp's objectives included describing AI's field and its use in health promotion and illness prevention, foundational concepts, ethical implications, and real-world AI applications that enhance research scale, reach, safety, and quality of care. It also aimed to foster strategies for building crucial partnerships among scientists, clinicians, and community members.

Source: National Institute of Nursing Research | April 7, 2025