Health Data Science & Informatics centers on transforming raw health data into meaningful insights that inform clinical decisions and healthcare strategies. Topics of interest include predictive modeling, real-time analytics, population health informatics, and AI-driven diagnostics. The journal prioritizes research that demonstrates innovation in data architecture, interoperability, and data-driven care optimization. Studies involving longitudinal data, decentralized data sharing, or explainable AI are particularly encouraged. This section promotes rigorous, replicable, and ethical use of data to improve patient outcomes, system efficiency, and public health planning.