Hi, meet a multipotentialite!
Jochebed Afua
Continuous Learner | AI Software Systems
IN ESSENCE
Research Interests
My primary research interest lies at the intersection of Software Engineering and AI Engineering, specifically applying Machine/Deep Learning to solve complex challenges within the Health Tech domain.
Currently
- Applying data-driven principles as a Technology Analyst in the energy sector.
- Leading the development of M'Ayaresa, a research-driven Health Tech platform.
- Exploring NLP in maternal health.
- Mentoring and supporting students in career development.
- Practicing Product Design and Visual Design in Figma.
Selected Awards
- "Best Team Applied Computer Science Project".
- Mastercard Foundation Scholarship
- Melton Foundation Fellowship
- "Empowering Female Minds in STEM Scholarship".
IN THEORY
Publications
- Basil, J., Tamakloe, A. T., & Owusu, D. A. (2025). An Improved Health Information Management System for Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital. IEEE Global Humanitarian Technology Conference (GHTC 2025), Orlando, USA (Accepted).
- Agbatsi, E. A., Basil, J., Fiergbor, C. N., et al. (2024). The "No Bed Syndrome" in Ghanaian Tertiary Hospitals [Case Study].Reach Alliance Research Repository.
Conference Presentations
- "Advancing Access: Bridging Gaps in the Healthcare Systems." (Nov 2023). Reach Annual Conference, Mexico.
IN PRACTICE
Current Projects
Maternal Health Insights
Using a twi-english maternal health dataset to fine-tune a large language model with RAG on Hugging Face for health software.
Digital Shield for Stroke Prevention
An intelligent module leveraging patient data from electronic health records to predict stroke risk scores and enable proactive prevention for healthcare providers in Ghana.
Cloud-Based Career Platform
AWS-powered platform to deliver personalized career guidance and resources, aligning high school students’ academic levels with tailored career preparation materials.
Expertise
Languages & Frameworks
Python · Java · TypeScript · Django · Spring Boot · React · Flutter · TailwindCSS
Data & AI/ML
PyTorch · OpenCV · Pandas · Scikit-learn · R
Databases
PostgreSQL · MySQL
Tools
AWS · Git
IN ADDITION
Public Engagements
- Panelist,"Building an Inclusive Digital Future."(May 2025). DS Consortium
- Panelist, "Reaching the Hardest to Reach in Health & Employment". (Jan 2025). Africa Health Collaborative
- Podcast Guest,"Translating research into actionable policies and programs?". (2025). Reach Alliance
- Podcast Host,"The Fear of Judgement". (2024). Melton Foundation
- Blog Post: "Designing Health Systems"
- Blog Post: "My Undergraduate Experience"
Personal Interests
- Bible Studies · Interior Design · Sewing & Handicrafts · Aesthetic & Minimalistic Design