Learning objectives

• Understand GNN architecture search for optimizing model performance
• Analyze the pros and cons of GNN architecture search
• Explore GNNs in bioinformatics, including molecule properties prediction and drug discovery
• Evaluate GNN architecture search techniques for specific bioinformatics applications

Speaker biography

Dr. Babatounde Moctard Oloulade is an accomplished researcher specializing in graph neural networks, bioinformatics, and AI-driven drug discovery. He obtained his Doctorate in Computer Science and Technology from Central South University, China and currently holds the position of Postdoctoral Associate (incoming) at the University of Western Ontario. Dr. Oloulade has been honored for his outstanding contributions to the field, including receiving the Excellent Student Award at Central South University. His research focuses on advancing automated machine learning techniques to tackle intricate biomedical challenges, particularly in the areas of computational biology and drug development.