Tag: mathematics
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NSF Funds Blockchain Health Care Data System
A new grant finances design of a lower-cost health care data network built with blockchain that promises to preserve patients’ security and privacy.
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A.I. Image Analysis Computes Stroke Damage
A review study shows an analysis of CT scans using artificial intelligence matches calculations of damage from stroke made with more advanced imaging.
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Heartbeat Biometric Security Device Being Developed
A national lab and security company are developing a device using a person’s unique heart beat pattern as a signature for controlling access.
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App Detects Early Eye Disease Symptoms from Photos
In tests with thousands of children’s photographs, a smartphone app shows it can detect early symptoms of serious eye diseases, including cancer.
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Novartis, Microsoft Partner on A.I.
Drug maker Novartis is collaborating with Microsoft to extend the company’s adoption of artificial intelligence into many of its corporate functions.
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Infographic – Key Health Care/A.I. Start-Ups
CB Insights compiled a list of start-up companies applying A.I. to health care, with its market map of these enterprises making up our weekend infographic.
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Synthetic Biology Platform Designed for Vaccines
Researchers in France and the U.K. developed a modular technology with synthetic and computational biology for designing vaccines against infectious diseases.
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Review – Deep Learning As Good As Live Expert Diagnostics
A review of recent research shows — with caveats — deep learning algorithms appear as effective as live human experts in accurately interpreting medical images.
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Drones, A.I. Deployed by Agricultural Start-Up
A new company is combining drone photography with artificial intelligence to provide growers with better data to monitor and manage crop growth.
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Smart Solar Powered Crop Dryer Receives Grant Funds
An Indiana company is receiving U.S. government and private grants to develop a solar-powered algorithm-controlled crop dehydrator for small farms.