On 17 November 2025, the ExcellCity project successfully held the lecture “Mathematics for Diabetes: The Artificial Pancreas”, delivered by internationally renowned scientist Prof. Boris Kovatchev, Ph.D. The event took place in a hybrid format—on-site in the Conference Hall of ULSIT and online via Google Meet—bringing together partners, academic staff, students, PhD candidates, and guests of the university.
Highlights from the Lecture
Prof. Kovatchev presented cutting-edge scientific developments and mathematical approaches used in the creation of artificial pancreas systems—one of the most significant advancements in modern diabetes treatment and management. Participants learned about key mathematical models, algorithms, and biosimulation methods that underpin intelligent, automated insulin delivery technologies.
The lecture emphasized the intersection between medicine, mathematics, and data analysis, as well as the crucial role of innovation in improving patients’ quality of life. Prof. Kovatchev also discussed current challenges in developing artificial pancreas systems and outlined promising directions for future medical technologies.
About the Speaker
Prof. Boris Kovatchev is an internationally recognized researcher and Madge M. Jones Professor of Diabetes at the University of Virginia School of Medicine. He also serves as an Adjunct Professor at the School of Data Science and is the Founding Director of the UVA Center for Diabetes Technology.
With more than 260 peer-reviewed publications and 42 international patents, Prof. Kovatchev is a leading authority in diabetes technology research. His work is behind one of the most widely used artificial pancreas systems—Control-IQ, currently supporting hundreds of thousands of patients worldwide.
The event attracted strong interest and offered a valuable opportunity for knowledge exchange among researchers, students, and professionals. ExcellCity extends its gratitude to all participants and looks forward to future events dedicated to innovation and scientific collaboration.
