Comparing dermatologist and artificial intelligence heat maps in dermoscopic image analysis via eye tracking
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF DERMATOLOGY
We study machine learning and human–AI collaboration for medical image analysis. Our research spans image segmentation, disease characterization, interpretable learning, and evaluation across clinical settings.
Northwestern University
Research across medical imaging, machine learning, and the role of human expertise in clinical decisions.
We investigate how clinicians’ visual attention can inform image analysis, model training, and human–AI interaction.
Explore hybrid intelligenceResearch schematics illustrate the methods; primary sources are linked in each research area.
Selected publications from the lab and our collaborators.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF DERMATOLOGY
MAYO CLINIC INNOVATIONS IN GASTROENTEROLOGY AND HEPATOLOGY 2026: ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND BEYOND
Medical Image Analysis

Advancing AI for pancreatic care - 7 abstracts, one shared goal!
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The Machine and Hybrid Intelligence Lab has launched a new and improved website.
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The two-year NHLBI-funded project will study stroke prevention using artificial intelligence and risk targeting in anticoagulated care.
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Principal investigator
Dr. Bagci leads the Machine and Hybrid Intelligence Lab. His research examines artificial intelligence for medical image analysis, with an emphasis on interpretable methods and the integration of human expertise.
The lab brings together researchers in machine learning, medical imaging, and clinical science.
Information for prospective doctoral researchers, postdoctoral fellows, and research collaborators.