John Giorgi
About John Giorgi
John Giorgi is an NLP Research Scientist with a strong academic background in biochemistry and computer science. He specializes in natural language processing for biomedicine and has held various research positions, including internships at the Allen Institute for AI and Ai2.
Work at Abridge
John Giorgi serves as an NLP Research Scientist at Abridge, a role he has held since 2023. His work focuses on applying natural language processing techniques to enhance biomedical research. Abridge operates in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and emphasizes the integration of advanced technology in healthcare.
Education and Expertise
John Giorgi graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from the University of Ottawa. He furthered his education at the University of Toronto, where he completed both a Master's degree and a Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his research interests in machine learning, artificial intelligence, and natural language processing.
Background
John Giorgi has a diverse background in research and internships. He interned at the Allen Institute for AI (AI2) in 2022, contributing to projects related to semantic understanding. Prior to that, he gained experience at ENS Lyon and RWTH Aachen University, where he focused on molecular biology and data science, respectively. His early involvement as a Student Mentor at The Workshop at the University of Ottawa also reflects his commitment to education and mentorship.
Research Focus
John Giorgi's research primarily centers on natural language processing within the scientific domain, particularly biomedicine. His work aims to bridge the gap between advanced computational techniques and practical applications in healthcare, enhancing the understanding and accessibility of biomedical information.