David De Ridder is a highly experienced research professional specializing in data analytics and geospatial approaches for public health. Currently serving as a Research Associate at HUG - Hopitaux Universitaires de Genève, David focuses on data solutions to enhance healthcare practices for a large network of patients and physicians. In addition, David holds positions as a Visiting Research Scientist and Visiting PhD Student at EPFL, where research involves using geospatial clustering techniques to identify health risk factors, alongside leading COVID-19 research projects published in esteemed journals. As a Senior Research Fellow at the University of Geneva, David evaluates cost-effectiveness in healthcare and enhances breast cancer screening participation. David's academic credentials include a PhD in Precision Public Health and Digital Health from the University of Geneva, a Master's in Systems Biology from Harvard Medical School, and a Master's in Bioengineering from Gembloux Agro-Bio Tech - Université de Liège.