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DermaSensor Named Finalist in the National 2026 Digital Health & AI Awards
Miami-based medical technology company DermaSensor has been named a finalist in the 2026 Digital Health & AI Awards in the Cancer, Screening & Early Detection category. Founded by Cody Simmons, the company developed an FDA-authorized handheld device that uses artificial intelligence and spectroscopy to help healthcare providers assess suspicious skin lesions. With more than 45,000 lesions scanned and approximately $48 million in total funding, DermaSensor continues to expand its clinical adoption and commercial reach. The national recognition highlights South Florida's growing role in AI-powered healthcare innovation, with winners set to be announced at HLTH 2026 in November.
Carnegie Mellon Names Four-Time Tech Founder Jignesh Patel to Lead New Miami Campus
Carnegie Mellon University has named four-time technology founder Jignesh M. Patel as the founding dean and vice president of its new Miami campus. Backed by a $2 billion commitment from Citadel founder Ken Griffin, CMU Miami will focus on artificial intelligence, national security, healthcare, energy, and advanced manufacturing. Patel brings extensive experience in computer science research, startup development, and technology commercialization. Planned for Miami's Wynwood neighborhood, the campus expects to begin enrolling students in 2028, strengthening South Florida's growing innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem.