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Assessing unintended consequences in AI-based neurosurgical training

Assessing unintended consequences in AI-based neurosurgical training

byMcGill UniversityA trainee using a virtual reality neurosurgical simulator. Credit: The Neuro (Montreal Neurological Institute-Hospital)Virtual reality simulators can help learners improve the

Assessing unintended consequences in AI-based neurosurgical training

byMcGill UniversityA trainee using a virtual reality neurosurgical simulator. Credit: The Neuro (Montreal Neurological Institute-Hospital)Virtual reality simulators can help learners improve the
Smart scalpel could help doctors hone surgical skills

Smart scalpel could help doctors hone surgical skills

byUniversity of EdinburghCredit: University of EdinburghScalpels with built-in sensors could streamline training for surgeons and pave the way for procedures performed by robotic devices,a

Smart scalpel could help doctors hone surgical skills

byUniversity of EdinburghCredit: University of EdinburghScalpels with built-in sensors could streamline training for surgeons and pave the way for procedures performed by robotic devices,a
AI predictive models shown to be unreliable over time in clinical settings

AI predictive models shown to be unreliable over time in clinical settings

byThe Mount Sinai HospitalModel use leads to mixed associations because at-risk patients avoid adverse outcomes, and the EHR captures this. Future models trained on data containing these mixed a

AI predictive models shown to be unreliable over time in clinical settings

byThe Mount Sinai HospitalModel use leads to mixed associations because at-risk patients avoid adverse outcomes, and the EHR captures this. Future models trained on data containing these mixed a
Computer simulations reveal best placement areas for bleeding control kits in public spaces

Computer simulations reveal best placement areas for bleeding control kits in public spaces

byLinköping UniversityIn a mass injury incident, people on location need to collaborate. Some may need to use their hands to apply direct pressure to control the bleeding, while others get equip

Computer simulations reveal best placement areas for bleeding control kits in public spaces

byLinköping UniversityIn a mass injury incident, people on location need to collaborate. Some may need to use their hands to apply direct pressure to control the bleeding, while others get equip
AI medical coding research adds to big picture

AI medical coding research adds to big picture

by West Virginia UniversityMegan McDougal, WVU associate professor in health informatics and information management, is researching the role artificial intelligence will play in medical coding. C

AI medical coding research adds to big picture

by West Virginia UniversityMegan McDougal, WVU associate professor in health informatics and information management, is researching the role artificial intelligence will play in medical coding. C
An AI tool that can help forecast viral outbreaks

An AI tool that can help forecast viral outbreaks

byHarvard Medical SchoolCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe COVID-19 pandemic seemed like a never-ending parade of SARS-CoV-2 variants, each equipped with new ways to evade the immune system,

An AI tool that can help forecast viral outbreaks

byHarvard Medical SchoolCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe COVID-19 pandemic seemed like a never-ending parade of SARS-CoV-2 variants, each equipped with new ways to evade the immune system,
Study finds clinicians could be fooled by biased AI, despite explanations

Study finds clinicians could be fooled by biased AI, despite explanations

byUniversity of MichiganCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAI models in health care are a double-edged sword, with models improving diagnostic decisions for some demographics, but worsening decis

Study finds clinicians could be fooled by biased AI, despite explanations

byUniversity of MichiganCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAI models in health care are a double-edged sword, with models improving diagnostic decisions for some demographics, but worsening decis
First human clinical trial for pill-sized device that monitors breathing from the gut

First human clinical trial for pill-sized device that monitors breathing from the gut

byCell PressVMPill shown in a clear gel capsule for ease of visualization of internal components. Credit: Ben PlessScientists have developed an ingestible device that can safely monitor vital si

First human clinical trial for pill-sized device that monitors breathing from the gut

byCell PressVMPill shown in a clear gel capsule for ease of visualization of internal components. Credit: Ben PlessScientists have developed an ingestible device that can safely monitor vital si
WHO says AI risks in global health 'must be accounted for'

WHO says AI risks in global health 'must be accounted for'

JANUARY 24, 2024 Editors' notesby SciDev.NetCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainHealth care providers need to be aware of the risks of using AI—especially in low- and middle-income countries—the Wor

WHO says AI risks in global health 'must be accounted for'

JANUARY 24, 2024 Editors' notesby SciDev.NetCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainHealth care providers need to be aware of the risks of using AI—especially in low- and middle-income countries—the Wor
Research finds animated short videos are effective in sharing environmental health information

Research finds animated short videos are effective in sharing environmental health information

by Alex Smith,University of Minnesota Medical SchoolCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAir pollution is a major health risk that is only getting worse due to climate change. However, many health

Research finds animated short videos are effective in sharing environmental health information

by Alex Smith,University of Minnesota Medical SchoolCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAir pollution is a major health risk that is only getting worse due to climate change. However, many health
Cancer among people experiencing homelessness: Research into current situation forms basis for prevention program

Cancer among people experiencing homelessness: Research into current situation forms basis for prevention program

byMedical University of ViennaCredit: AI-generated imageCancer is twice as likely to affect people experiencing homelessness (PEH) as members of the housed population. The disease is the second

Cancer among people experiencing homelessness: Research into current situation forms basis for prevention program

byMedical University of ViennaCredit: AI-generated imageCancer is twice as likely to affect people experiencing homelessness (PEH) as members of the housed population. The disease is the second