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Cardinals Announce a Number of Moves Ahead of Brewers Series
Cardinals Announce a Number of Moves Ahead of Brewers Series originally appeared on Athlon Sports. After getting swept by the Blue Jays and going 3-6 on the homestand, the Cardinals announced a number of roster moves on Thursday afternoon. Advertisement Maybe most notably, St. Louis is calling up 25-year-old reliever Andre Granillo. Granillo will likely make his MLB debut this weekend, as the Cardinals travel to Milwaukee for a big four-game series with the Brewers. Granillo has been absolutely lights-out in Triple-A Memphis this year, posting a 1.82 ERA through 29 2/3 innings pitched. He's also posted a 0.84 WHIP and struck out 46 batters. With Granillo up, Chris Roycroft is being sent back to Memphis. In his latest short major-league stint, Roycroft allowed two runs in three innings pitched and picked up three strikeouts. This is the third time Roycroft has been optioned this season. Advertisement In addition to the bullpen transaction, outfielder Michael Siani will be rejoining the big league club. Cardinals outfielders Michael Siani (22) and Alec Burleson (41)Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images Siani posted a slashline of .250/.294/.250 in 17 major league plate appearances earlier this season, though he was primarily used as a defensive replacement. Since being sent down in late April, Siani has had a very solid month and a half in Memphis. Along with his elite defense, he has an OPS of .799 and has connected for five home runs. With Siani being called up, the Cardinals designated outfielder Ryan Vilade for assignment. Vilade, who was called up on May 31, recorded just one hit in 15 plate appearances. Advertisement Lastly, after being placed on the IL two weeks ago with a left wrist inflammation, outfielder Jordan Walker is set to begin a rehab assignment tonight with the Memphis Redbirds. Walker appeared to be figuring things out at the plate before hitting the IL, as he was slashing .318/.348/.455 in his last seven games. Separated by just half a game in the NL Central, the Cardinals and Brewers begin a four-game series tonight in Milwaukee at 6:40 p.m. CST. Related: Cardinals Face Talented Prospect to Begin Four-Game Set With NL Central Rival Brewers Related: Cardinals Can End 39-Year Drought, and You Can Help This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 12, 2025, where it first appeared.
New York Times
23-03-2025
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- New York Times
Cardinals finalize Opening Day roster as Victor Scott II wins center-field job
JUPITER, Fla. — After weeks of deliberation, the St. Louis Cardinals finally reached decisions on center field and their starting rotation and finalized their Opening Day roster. Victor Scott II will be the Cardinals' Opening Day center fielder, manager Oli Marmol said Sunday morning. Michael Siani will serve as a fourth outfielder behind Scott, Jordan Walker and Lars Nootbaar, and as a late-inning defensive replacement. The Cardinals will use a five-man rotation for the first three weeks of the season before switching to a six-man rotation on April 16. Sonny Gray, Erick Fedde, Miles Mikolas, Andre Pallante and Matthew Liberatore will be the starting five to open the year. Steven Matz will serve in long relief before being placed into the six-man rotation. Advertisement Right-handed pitcher Michael McGreevy, despite a dominant spring, will start the year with Triple-A Memphis. Infielder José Fermín, despite being told earlier in the week that he would be making the club, was the final cut. He was optioned to Memphis prior to Sunday's exhibition game. The team will not carry a backup shortstop, but will look to Brendan Donovan to fill in when Masyn Winn needs a day off. The Cardinals bullpen to start the year: Ryan Helsley, Phil Maton, JoJo Romero, Ryan Fernandez, John King, Kyle Leahy, Chris Roycroft and Matz. 'It's not perfect,' Marmol said. 'But when you talk to our guys, individually, collectively, there's an edge to them. There's a relentless type of mentality to their approach. 'I like the vibe. They're in a good spot. I like where this is headed. I like where we're at, I like the core of what we're doing right now.' We have optioned INF José Fermín and RHP Michael McGreevy to Memphis (AAA). Non-roster INF José Barrero has been re-assigned to the Memphis roster. LHP Zack Thompson will be placed on the Injured List effective March 24. Our Spring Training roster now stands at 26 players. — St. Louis Cardinals (@Cardinals) March 23, 2025 Center field was the Cardinals' biggest question entering camp. Siani, last year's incumbent, was the favorite at the start of spring due to the defensive skillset he displayed in 2024. But Scott's stellar spring forced the Cardinals' hand. In 15 Grapefruit League games, Scott hit .366/.469/.756 and showed continuous improvement defensively. Siani on the other hand struggled out of the gate and has tallied just four hits in 40 at-bats. Even with the clear gap performance-wise, St. Louis debated internally what was best for Scott long term. Due to their commitment to ensuring playing time to players such as Nootbaar, Jordan Walker, Nolan Gorman and Alec Burleson, the Cardinals intend to platoon center field — at least to some degree. St. Louis was comfortable using Siani in that role, but was unsure if that was what's best for Scott. The organization questioned whether Scott was better served in Memphis, where he would play every day, and if splitting time in center field alongside Nootbaar would hinder his development. Advertisement Scott made the decision easy, however, especially over the last week. He homered in exhibition games on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and Marmol praised his performance throughout the last few days. 'You tell someone to go work on something and he comes and does exactly that, you have to reward that,' Marmol said. '(Scott) has earned that spot. He's the center fielder, and he's going to go play. At the end of every month, we'll evaluate and sit him down, we'll have conversations, and we go from there. But this isn't a 'you got two weeks to show what you're capable of doing.' It's not that.' Victor Scott II lets it fly! 🚀 — St. Louis Cardinals (@Cardinals) March 19, 2025 Scott described the weight of the last week as feeling like 'an anvil' on his back. 'It's cool to be rewarded for hard work,' he said. 'It's a testament to the work I put in there during this offseason, some of the studying I've done through the course of last year. To be apple to apply it now, it's pretty cool to see. 'I know the work I've done and how to use it in game now. It's not necessarily like doing work with no intent — now it's the situation that I'm working on, how it's going to arise and how I'm going to execute in that situation. I would definitely say the word for that is prepared.' The decision was not as easy for McGreevy — who after being one of, if not the most effective pitchers of the spring, still found himself as the odd man out of an already elongated rotation. McGreevy finished his spring with a 1.08 ERA over 16 2/3 innings, allowing just two earned runs on two solo homers. He did not walk a batter and struck out 12. But the Cardinals could not find room to keep him with four veterans (Gray, Fedde, Mikolas and Matz) locking up spots and the club wanting to see more of Pallante and Liberatore. The lack of starting pitching depth in the minors was also a concern. With Zack Thompson (lat strain) and Drew Rom (shoulder soreness) yet to resume throwing, the options in Triple A were slim to start the year. Gordon Graceffo will be used as a starter in Memphis, but after pitching in relief for most of spring, it will take time to build him back up. Advertisement As for using a six-man rotation of sorts and keeping Liberatore as a starter, the thinking was similar to how the organization viewed Scott. 'This allows for a little bit of flexibility where Matz is going to be stretched out and Liberatore is going to be stretched out,' Marmol said. 'You have some protection there with that six-man and McGreevy starting in Memphis. I do like that setup, but it was a hard decision. 'But Liberatore, when you tell someone to go work on something and they come back as dialed in as Libby, and making the most of every opportunity? He earned that flat out, and I wanted him to have the ability to go into St. Louis knowing that he's a starter and not the back and forth. … This isn't a try out of a couple of starts. He's going to start. Don't look over your shoulder, go be a starter, and we'll evaluate as we go.' The Cardinals elected to use a traditional five-man rotation to start the season due to the amount of off days to open the year. St. Louis has an off day on March 28, April 3 and April 10. The team has one off day from April 11 through May 7 (April 24). That is when Matz will rejoin the rotation. The Cardinals have yet to set their rotation after Gray, who will start Opening Day on Thursday against the Minnesota Twins, but based on current scheduling, Fedde and Mikolas will be lined up for the remainder of the first series. Liberatore carded a 1.62 ERA (three earned runs over 16 and 2/3 innings) this spring after being stretched out as a starter. As the Cardinals look to fortify their internal pitching depth, presenting the 25-year-old former starting pitching prospect with one more shot made sense. 'I think the last couple of years, I've faced a lot of adversity and uncertainty regarding my role, whether I was here or in Memphis,' Liberatore said. 'I think going through that and finding a way to come out on top of that definitely gave me a lot of confidence and trust in my ability to compete at this level.' The Cardinals will now look to configure their everyday lineup, though there will be some variety. Some roles are more obvious than others. Nolan Arenado (third base), Winn (shortstop) and Willson Contreras (first base) will be regulars at their positions. Luken Baker will be the right-handed bat off the bench — something the Cardinals lacked last year. Donovan will play every day, but will continue to bounce around the diamond. Walker will start most days and will play right field, though with the team keeping Siani as a defensive replacement, Walker could his at-bats cut down. Advertisement The same can be said for Gorman. With Scott in center field and Walker and Nootbaar in the corners, the at-bats for Donovan, Gorman and Burleson are even more compacted. Marmol will not use a straight left-handed and right-handed platoon, but he will mix and match depending on opposing matchup. That includes splitting catching duties between Iván Herrera and Pedro Pagés, varying between Donovan and Gorman at second base and Gorman and Burleson as the designated hitter. He also must ensure the players the front office has deemed most critical to evaluate this year (Nootbaar, Gorman and Walker) see as many at-bats as possible. When asked how he'll do that, Marmol admitted the roster construction will make that difficult. 'I'm going to do my absolute best to get everybody the necessary amount of at-bats for us to know what we have at the end of the year,' Marmol said. 'These are fair questions. But we'll see what this looks like in 30 days, 60 days, 90 days. But we'll have a (lineup) rotation that while we're all healthy, still gets guys at-bats.' In a transition year where the club has said player development will be prioritized but winning games matters, too, the Cardinals have rewarded strong springs and cleared runway for players like Scott and Liberatore. They've also created a significant logjam for several others. In a few short days, they'll have their first look at if this roster — and their plan — is sustainable. (Top photo of Scott: Mike Stobe / Getty Images)
New York Times
11-03-2025
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- New York Times
Cardinals position battles: Areas to watch as spring competition heats up
PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. — The final two weeks of spring training serve as a checkpoint for most front offices and managers. After four weeks of ramping up, getting reps and finding feel, the competition begins to heat up. For the St. Louis Cardinals, multiple position battles are taking form. 'Up to this point, guys have been getting their legs under them, timing, and all of that,' manager Oli Marmol said Monday afternoon. 'Right around this time is when you start to kick into gear and really evaluate performance. Advertisement 'Two weeks is still a decent amount of time to do that.' The Cardinals plan on using the remainder of their Grapefruit League season to solidify multiple areas of the roster. Some positions, such as center field, are viewed as traditional competitions between two players. Others, such as the rotation and the bench, have multiple spots open with several candidates — and no leading name. Here are the position battles to watch as the Cardinals look to finalize their Opening Day roster: It's been the most compelling question for the team all spring, and it will likely remain so until the final day of camp. The Cardinals are torn between their two left-handed defensive specialists in center field. If spring training ended today, Scott would see the nod over Siani based on his performance. Scott is 7-for-22, while Siani is 1-for-25. But offensive numbers won't decide this position. How each player impacts the game will. The Cardinals have been impressed by Scott's work ethic, confidence and maturity this spring, with multiple personnel noting his improved athleticism across the board. They were also pleased with what Siani did on the field last year and believe he's established himself as one of the best defensive center fielders in the league. Textbook relay from Scott-Winn-Herrera here, which will probably make all you #CardinalsFutureEnthusiasts pretty happy. — Katie Woo (@katiejwoo) March 9, 2025 Scott's speed can make him one of baseball's biggest base-stealing threats. Siani already has a year of center-field experience under his belt. Both players profile as glove-first, but Scott has shown much more pop than Siani, especially this spring. The Cardinals will continue evaluating each player's offense, but the focus will be more on the batted ball profile than the in-game result. Things like exit velocity, expected batting average and using the whole field will carry more weight in evaluations than the traditional batting average and OPS stats. Advertisement The center-field battle is neck-and-neck. It would be very unlikely for the Cardinals to carry both Scott and Siani, given their similarities and the need for versatility with the remainder of the bench. St. Louis seems to be comfortable using Lars Nootbaar as a backup center fielder. That means a true competition between Siani and Scott will take place over the final 14 games — and it's anyone's guess who will win it. Sonny Gray, Erick Fedde and Miles Mikolas have three of the five rotation spots locked up. That leaves Steven Matz, Andre Pallante, Michael McGreevy and Matthew Liberatore to compete for the remaining jobs. Yes, Liberatore has firmly established himself as a rotation candidate despite his success as a multi-inning reliever last season. The club cited organizational depth as the reason for stretching Liberatore out to start the spring, while acknowledging that it's easier to cut innings down if needed than ramp them up. It's also what was deemed best for Liberatore's preparation — he likes to throw and use his entire arsenal, and there are many more opportunities to do that as a starter in spring than a reliever. But Liberatore's stuff has played up this spring and has caused the organization to consider him for a rotation role. He came up through the minor leagues as a starting pitching prospect and has bounced from rotation to relief throughout his three seasons in the big leagues. Liberatore adjusted to the inconsistency, and now considers it a strength. The Cardinals have seen that and are considering trying Liberatore as a starter one more time, despite his success as a multi-inning reliever in the second half last season. Other players are just as thought-provoking. McGreevy has impressed in camp, allowing just one earned run over 7 2/3 innings. The club is high on Pallante after his solid second half, and there is an argument to be made to keep Matz in the rotation — if he can stay healthy. Advertisement Performance will impact some of the rotation decision, but St. Louis will also consider its slim starting pitching options in Triple A. Some in the organization believe there is a benefit in starting Matz and keeping at least two starters in Triple A to start the year for depth. Outside of McGreevy, a few arms are major-league ready. That includes top pitching prospects Quinn Mathews and Tink Hence, and Tekoah Roby, who is working his way back from two consecutive injury-shortened seasons. The Cardinals have a few relief roles pinned down, including closer Ryan Helsley and set-up man JoJo Romero. Ryan Fernandez and John King have all but solidified their spots as well. The rest of the bullpen is up for grabs. Some of this will be decided via a trickle-down effect from the rotation. For example, if Matz doesn't crack the starting five, he would be used as a multi-inning swingman — similar to how Liberatore was used in the second half last season. Liberatore could also return to that role (or start the year in Triple A for starting pitching depth). It is unlikely both Matz and Liberatore start the year as relievers, though. Their roles would be too similar and the Cardinals would be carrying four left-handed relief pitchers (including Romero and King). St. Louis must also decide the right side of its bullpen, with Gordon Graceffo, Chris Roycroft, Riley O'Brien, Nick Anderson (non-roster invite), Roddery Munoz and Kyle Leahy all in the mix. They've been a tight group all spring with no clear frontrunners. Game performances for these players especially will matter over the next two weeks. The Cardinals lack a true backup shortstop but feel they don't necessarily need one behind Masyn Winn. Instead, they'll consider a serviceable utility player who can fill in when needed, as they don't expect nearly as many off days for Winn this year compared to the first half of last season. Three backup utility players are on the spring roster: José Fermín, Jose Barrero (non-roster invite) and Michael Helman. Fermín hasn't played an inning of shortstop at the major-league level, but the advanced metrics the Cardinals use to evaluate their infielders show that his defense would slot right around league average. Barrero, a former touted prospect for the Cincinnati Reds, has caught some eyes due to his athleticism, but he's struggled to hit consistently throughout his career. The Cardinals also seek to keep a right-handed bat to round out the reserves. That spot looks ideal for Luken Baker, who has clubbed three homers this spring. St. Louis lacked a right-handed hitter off the bench for most of last season, which left options lacking for Marmol in the later innings of games. Baker, a designated hitter and first baseman, is blocked at both positions. But the Cardinals believe he has value as a power bat and think he can thrive in a pinch-hit role, with Burleson serving in the same capacity from the left side on days he does not start at DH. First Baker Bomb of the spring! 💣 — St. Louis Cardinals (@Cardinals) February 24, 2025 The final spot on the position-playing side will be set for a second catcher, but the Cardinals haven't tabbed Iván Herrera or Pedro Pagés as the starter yet. Both will be on the Opening Day roster though, which has been the plan all along. (Top photo of Victor Scott II: Jonathan Dyer / Imagn Images)
CAF
07-02-2025
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Sébastien Siani: "Winning an AFCON is the Holy Grail"
A key man in coach Hugo Broos' set-up during Cameroon's victory at the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations, Gabon 2017, midfielder Sébastien Siani was one of the main architects of that success. Who doesn't remember his equalising goal against Guinea-Bissau on the second day of the group stage which had turned a match that started badly for the Indomitable Lions, who won 2-1 to stay on course for the knockout round. And it was Siani who, with a clever pass, located Vincent Aboubakar for the sumptuous winning goal in the final against Egypt as Cameroon triumphed 2-1 to lift the trophy for the fifth time. Through his exceptional technical qualities, his power and, above all, his vision, Siani was able to give power and intellect to the Cameroon midfield. Eight years after this memorable title win, the former KV Oostende player remains marked by the emotion of this victory, which undoubtedly represents the most important moment of his career, capturing "the grail", as he describes it himself. In an interview with CAFOnline, he tells us about this epic achievement and reveals the secrets of the surprising victory of this Cameroonian team, who were not on many people's radars ahead of the title pre-tournament. CAFOnline: What does it mean for a player to win an AFCON? Sébastien Siani: Winning an AFCON is the dream of every African player. It is a competition that brings together the best teams on the continent and carries a huge weight for our countries, our families and our fans. It represents the accomplishment of years of work, sacrifice and immense pride for an entire people. It's the Holy Grail. With several changes to the squad before the 2017 AFCON and several young players, did you believe you could win at the start? At the beginning, many people didn't believe in us because of the absences of several top players. But in the group, we were united and determined to show that Cameroon still had resources. Hugo Broos managed to instil in us the mentality of never giving up. Was the qualification for the second round at the expense of the host country the first moment you believed? Yes, definitely. Getting out of the group by eliminating Gabon at home boosted our confidence. We began to believe that we could go further. It was a psychological turning point for the team. And we don't forget the exploits of (goalkeeper) Fabrice Ondoa to keep us in the competition In the quarter-final against Senegal, no-one was tipping you to progress, but you triumphed. Had there been any specific preparations for this match? Senegal was a great team with stars like Sadio Mané, Kouyaté, Koulibaly... We knew we had to play a perfect game. Hugo Broos prepared us mentally and tactically. We worked on defensive discipline and solidarity, which paid off. And against Ghana, who also had a strong squad, you won 2-0 in the semi-finals. What was the key to victory? Ghana is a great football nation, but we felt that they were not as hungry as we were. We had extra motivation, and our solidarity on the pitch made the difference. What was it like working with Hugo Broos? What type of coach is he? Hugo Broos is a calm and pragmatic coach. He knew how to listen to us, understand us, and get the best out of everyone. He gave great freedom to his players while imposing collective discipline. What, ultimately for you, was the secret of the success in 2017? The secret was our unity. We didn't have the big names, but we were a real team. Everyone was playing for the collective, and we put our egos aside for Cameroon. After the victory against Senegal in the quarter-finals, we knew that if we could beat such a strong team, nothing was impossible. We didn't put pressure on ourselves in the long term but in every match. Who were the great personalities in the dressing room? Players like Benjamin Moukandjo, Nicolas Nkoulou and Vincent Aboubakar were natural leaders. Despite our youth, everyone played their role to maintain the balance of the group. I was the oldest [laughs]. You scored an important goal against Guinea-Bissau on the second day of the group stage. Tell us about this moment. It was an incredible moment. The ball came to me on the edge of the box via Capi Benjamin (Moukandjo), who knows my ability to shoot very well, and I hit it without thinking. Seeing the ball in the back of the net filled me with joy. This goal changed the dynamic of the match. We had a very bad first half. And it was unacceptable to lose to Guinea-Bissau. Ngadeu scored the winner on an assist from Bassogog. In what state of mind did you approach the final against Egypt? Were you calm or anxious? We were calm but focused. We knew that Egypt was experienced, but we were determined to write our own history. We felt we had nothing to lose. Nkoulou's equaliser and Vincent Aboubakar's victorious masterpiece, for which you gave the decisive assist, won the title. Tell us about these moments. When Nkoulou scored, it gave us a huge boost. We were also very happy for him given his status during this competition (he was a substitute) and especially his exemplary behaviour. Vincent's goal was magical. I didn't doubt for a second to make this pass to him because we had talked several times and he asked me not to hesitate when he is on the offensive. We knew at that moment the Cup was ours. We had broken the curse of losing to Mohamed Salah's Egypt. What did the moving tribute to Marc-Vivien Foé, with the number 17 worn after the victory, mean to you? Marc-Vivien Foé remains a legend of Cameroonian football. This tribute was a way of reminding him that he is still part of our history. A great man. What are your best memories of that AFCON? The moments shared with the team, the celebration after the final, and the incredible welcome from our supporters when we returned home. A victorious tournament like this is strewn with anecdotes. Can you share some of them with us? During the match against Senegal, I spoke with Kouyaté and Coulibaly. They ask me if our striker (Ndip Tambe) really isa forward! He defended so hard. He was a monster for the opposing defence. He did us good. How did you experience the reception of the fans and the presidency back home? It was incredible. Seeing an entire country united to celebrate our victory was moving. The population who slept at the airport and escorted us for almost 40km when we arrived, it was unthinkable. The reception at the presidency was an honour. To meet the President of the Republic, a privilege. It's an immense source of pride. This victory will remain forever engraved in my heart. There are no words strong enough to define it. Cameroon, for the next AFCON, has been drawn in Group F with Ivory Coast, Gabon and Mozambique. What is your assessment of these opponents? It will be a fairly difficult group, but Cameroon has the experience to go through. We just have to keep our seriousness game after game so as not to be surprised. There are no longer any small teams during an international competition. Does Cameroon have the chances to win like in 2017? Yes, if they play as a team and stay focused on the goal, anything is possible. Cameroon is a country of competitors and even when we don't roar loudly, we remain indomitable lions. As a former winner, what do you think are the secrets to winning an AFCON? Discipline, solidarity, and determination. You have to believe in yourself and work for the collective, for the nation. Maybe there are other secrets, but these are essential. The AFCON is a special competition. It reflects the passion and soul of African football. In my opinion, it is the most important trophy for any African who loves sport.
Express Tribune
27-01-2025
- Health
- Express Tribune
'AI not replacing human intelligence'
KARACHI: The use of artificial intelligence (AI) has started to transform the healthcare sector in Pakistan, with Aga Khan University Hospital in Karachi leading the way. Through the use of AI tools, accurate and early diagnosis of several complex diseases, as well as better treatment, has become possible. Aga Khan Hospital has adopted the use of AI as a crucial tool to transform healthcare delivery. By utilizing predictive analytics, patient care is being ensured by preventing potential complications and enabling timely interventions. AI tools are also aiding in analyzing large volumes of patient data, identifying diseases, and guiding personalised treatment plans. AI-powered imaging tools are helping detect irregularities found in X-rays, MRIs, and CT scans. In an exclusive interview with The Express Tribune, Dr. Saleem Siani, Director of the Technology Innovation Support Centre at Aga Khan University, explained that the hospital has already begun utilising AI as a key tool to improve healthcare. This tool collects and analyzes data of patients and their diseases, and assists in treatment planning. Additionally, it will support critical administrative tasks. He mentioned that AI will help in genomic analysis to propose treatments and medications based on genetic changes in a patient's blood cells. He added that AI technology will also assist in improving the accuracy of robotic surgeries and reducing risks, while providing telemedicine services for patients in remote areas. This tool will enhance diagnosis and treatment. Dr. Siani explained that AI would provide immediate information about patients' medications, helping in prescribing treatments. Regarding patient care, he further explained that AI will help detect any cancerous tumors in the body through radiology tools like X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs. Similarly, AI technology will assist in the early detection of diseases, enabling better treatment planning. This technology will suggest personalised care plans based on the patient's medical history, genomic data, and medical guidance, ensuring evidence-based decisions tailored to individual needs. He also highlighted that AI, through personalised data-driven learning experiences, will revolutionise medical education. Using AI and Augmented Reality (AR), students will be able to practice surgical procedures or perform virtual diagnoses. AI has the potential to transform disease diagnosis, treatment, healthcare management, and even research in the medical field. However, he emphasised the importance of considering the ethical, legal, and social implications for its implementation. Collaboration between medical experts and policymakers will be crucial for the effective use of AI. It is noteworthy that while various institutions around the world have started working with AI technology in different sectors, no such initiative or informational framework regarding AI has been started at the governmental or institutional level in Pakistan. According to the spokesperson for the Dow University, an institute for AI is being established at the university, in collaboration with the North America-based Dow College Alumni Association. The institute will begin admissions next year and will offer graduate programmes related to the use of AI. Dow University will be the first to introduce AI-focused graduate programmes. The university's Vice Chancellor noted that AI is transforming the healthcare system and will bring further changes to the medical field. He added that through AI, digital learning platforms, and telemedicine, the university's medical staff will be able to transform research and patient care methods.
