MatMedTech (Initiative)
Note: MatMedTech Initiative will become STaiMIC, a registered Startup Innovativa S.R.L, once initial funding is secured. This will create a clear distinction between our initiative work and formal business operations.
Bridging Southern Italy's Talent with Global Healthcare, Biotech & Pharma Innovation.
STaiMIC connects the deep expertise of Matera and Southern Italy with international partners to jointly develop and deploy sustainable AI solutions. We focus on collaborative projects that meet European standards and address real-world needs.
Our core team members:
Dr. Alia Ablieh (CSO) [DE], Dr Halah Kutaish-Stern (CMO) [CH], Dr. Mahmood Khalsan (CTO) [IQ], and Mr. Nebras Issa (CBO) [OM]. Fellow: Maria Teresa Colucci [IT].
Our collaborative services:
1. Upskilling Global Teams: AI training programs for healthcare, biotech & pharma professionals.
2. Partner-Driven Scientific Impact: Communication & knowledge exchange accelerating discovery.
3. Co-developed AI & Bioinformatic Tools: Solutions for research, clinical practice, drug development & diagnostics in 1. CRC 2. RYR1 and 3. Drug repurposing.
Based in Matera (est. 2025), we're making advanced AI accessible, actionable, and built on partnership.
Connect or visit 🌐 www.staimic.it (coming soon)
Latest News:
We are delighted to share that our abstract,
“OncoSelect: Hybrid Feature Selection and Ensemble Approach for Multi-Omics Cancer Diagnostics,”
has been accepted for poster presentation at the Jazan University Cancer Research Forum 2025, to be held on 17–18 September 2025 at the Grand Millennium Hotel, Jazan, Saudi Arabia.
Available Courses
Important Notice:
Based on participants' requests and to maximize the benefit from the class, Dr. Khalsan will welcome you on WebEx on Saturday, September 6th at 7:00 PM CET to hear your questions and assess your needs and level of knowledge. The meeting link will be shared on the WebEx community with those who have completed enrollment.
Current Registration Status:
Free seats: FULLY BOOKED
Early Bird pricing (€75): SOLD OUT
Regular pricing (€100): SOLD OUT
Late Bird pricing (€150): SOLD OUT
Premium pricing (€225): Available seats (3)
If you wish to secure your spot at the current rate, please complete your enrollment immediately
🕰 Time: 6-9 PM CET 🎓 Level: Intermediate 💡 Format: Hands-on Python * What You’ll Master:
Lead Instructor: Dr. Mahmood Jasim Khalsan, PhD, CTO in STAIMIC, Warith International Cancer Institute, Iraq, PhD Computing, University of Northampton, UK
Core Training Modules
1. Foundation Stack
Python environments & Jupyter
Essential healthcare ML libraries
Data pipeline architecture
2. Advanced Preprocessing
Imbalanced data handling techniques
Stratified sampling strategies
Outlier detection & normalization
Missing data imputation methods
3. Feature Selection
Techniques for selecting relevant features from medical data.
Practical examples, exercises, and quizzes.
4. ML Applications
Disease classification & risk prediction
Patient clustering & phenotyping
Treatment optimization
Clinical decision support
5. End-to-End Project
MatMedTech Services
Scientific Visualization & Communication
Through precision bioillustration and scientific animation, we translate complex biomedical concepts into compelling visual narratives. These materials serve critical roles in funding proposals, peer review processes, patient education, and stakeholder engagement across the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors.
Professional AI Training Programs
Our intensive educational programs equip clinicians, researchers, and biotech teams with practical AI implementation skills. These targeted courses combine theoretical foundations with hands-on experience using industry-standard tools and real-world biomedical datasets.
AI Solutions for BioTech Startups/Pharma/Academia
We deliver comprehensive artificial intelligence and computational biology solutions that transform healthcare data into actionable clinical insights. From advanced machine learning diagnostics and multi-omics interpretation to strategic research consulting and regulatory guidance, our integrated platform accelerates the translation of scientific discoveries into therapeutic breakthroughs while ensuring seamless integration with existing healthcare infrastructure.
The Keystone Community
Whether you're just curious or deeply passionate about AI applications in health sciences, we're truly happy to have you here. No matter your background or where you're from, you belong. Keystone began as a space for learning and connection, and while we're still growing, our vision is bold: to become a hub for real-world collaborations, impactful projects, and innovation in healthcare technology. By joining us now, you're not just learning, you’re helping shape a community that aims to make a difference.
We're building something meaningful, and it’s even better with you in it.
For: Visionaries committed to leading Southern Italy’s healthcare tech evolution.