South Dakota Biomedical Computation Collaborative

Driving medical innovation and improved patient care through the integration of computation and artificial intelligence.

Revolutionizing Healthcare Through Technology

The South Dakota Biomedical Computation Collaborative (SDBCC) is transforming medical education and biomedical sciences through the integration of computational and artificial intelligence (AI) tools. With grant funding from the U.S. Department of Education and additional support from the South Dakota Board of Regents, this initiative strengthens health care in South Dakota by enhancing clinical practice, research and education.

Partnership

SDBCC is a joint initiative between the University of South Dakota, Sanford School of Medicine, and South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, combining expertise in biomedical sciences, computer science and engineering. This partnership is advancing AI-driven medical research and innovation, while also developing specialized graduate programs in biomedical computing. The establishment of a regional biomedical computation network will further support health care providers and academic institutions, ensuring the integration of computational tools into medical practice.

History

SDBCC was established through a collaboration between the University of South Dakota, Sanford School of Medicine and South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, with the goal of integrating AI and computational tools into biomedical sciences. The initiative received $6.5 million in congressionally directed funding, secured by Sen. Mike Rounds, and an additional $750,000 in seed funding from the South Dakota Board of Regents. By developing cutting-edge computational and AI-based solutions, SDBCC is driving innovation in medical research, education and clinical practice.

Research & Development

Through graduate programs, fellowships, and faculty recruitment, SDBCC is building a robust academic framework that integrates AI into biomedical sciences. A specialized graduate program in biomedical computing is being developed, alongside AI-driven disease modeling and simulation to improve clinical practice. The collaborative research component of this initiative includes partnerships with institutions such as Harvard and MIT, which will enhance medical AI applications. Additionally, a core facility dedicated to biomedical computation research is being established to support ongoing advancements.

Researchers & Steering Committee

Advancing South Dakota’s Health Care Future

With a mission to integrate biomedical computation and AI into health care education and practice, SDBCC is at the forefront of medical innovation. By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and investing in cutting-edge technology, we are ensuring a healthier future for South Dakota and beyond.

Hear From Our Faculty

To maintain South Dakota’s high clinical standards, lead in innovative biomedical sciences, and expand local business opportunities, an investment in biomedical computation and AI is essential. We aim to establish a regional consortium to integrate and improve resources in biomedical computation and AI for institutions and health care systems in South Dakota and beyond.

William Mayhan, Ph.D

Dean, Division of Biomedical and Translational Sciences

USD Sanford School of Medicine

Departments and Facilities

Explore the departments, facilities and centers that contribute to your education in biomedical computation.

Computer Science

Learn to develop and manage technology that changes the world in the Department of Computer Science.

A BBS Student using a dropper during a lab test.

Biomedical & Translational Sciences

Housed in the state's only medical school, the Division of Biomedical and Translational Sciences creates an environment of innovative and interdisciplinary research aimed at examining human disease.