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In a darkened Amsterdam conference hall this summer, a panel of industry and academic scientists took the stage to announce a plan to radically expand the definition of Alzheimer’s disease to include millions of people with no memory complaints.Those with normal cognition who test positive for elevated levels of certain proteins that have been tied to Alzheimer’s — but not proven to cause the disease — would be diagnosed as having Alzheimer’s Stage 1, the panel members explained. Even before the presentation ended,…

Over the last few years, the developments in artificial intelligence (AI) have been rapid. Consequently, we've witnessed the adoption of this technology by the world's biggest tech companies including legacy organizations such as Adobe, Meta and Microsoft. Various applications of AI have emerged, from making driving easier via ADAS to AI chatbots that can create content out of thin air, its uses are many. Now, Google DeepMind researchers are making use of AI to assist in one more field - medical science. With their…

Researchers have developed contact lenses with embedded sensors that measure the pressure inside the eye and send the information to an ophthalmologist for evaluation. It’s hoped that the lens will lead to the early diagnosis of glaucoma, which can lead to irreversible vision loss if left untreated.Glaucoma occurs when the optic nerve, connecting the eye to the brain, is damaged by increased intraocular pressure (IOP), usually caused by a build-up of fluid in the front part of the eye. If it’s not treated, glaucoma can…

Researchers have developed a deep learning-based AI algorithm that automatically analyzes chest X-rays to rapidly detect COVID-19 infection with more than 98% accuracy, distinguishing between normal X-rays and X-rays from people with pneumonia, which often presents with the same symptoms as COVID.Real-time reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) testing is the most widely used method of diagnosing COVID-19 infection. But there are issues with using real-time PCR testing: it’s costly, results can be slow,…

A new AI can detect and diagnose childhood autism just by scanning photos of their eyes. The system is comprised of a deep-learning AI algorithm, which diagnosed childhood autism with 100% accuracy during a test phase. The findings surrounding the new detection system could allow for better screening tools and early diagnosis.The screening relies on a new method that scientists came up with, which allows them to access information about the brain by looking at the back of the eye, where the retina and optic nerve…

Researchers have taken photographs of children’s retinas and screened them using a deep learning AI algorithm to diagnose autism with 100% accuracy. The findings support using AI as an objective screening tool for early diagnosis, especially when access to a specialist child psychiatrist is limited.At the back of the eye, the retina and the optic nerve connect at the optic disc. An extension of the central nervous system, the structure is a window into the brain and researchers have started capitalizing on their ability…

Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNETCar troubles are never fun. But information is power and can mean the difference between your car being off the road for several days while you wait for repairs or potentially being able to do a quick fix yourself and get back on the road fast. Modern cars are good at knowing when something is wrong and will usually switch on the dreaded check engine light to warn you. Also: How to build a winter emergency kit (and why you should)But what causes this light to be illuminated? Now, you can…

Lemur Vehicle Monitors BlueDriver Pro pros and cons Pros Easy to use Packed with features No subscription Regular app and firmware updates Cons Small and easy to forget! Not cheap compared with some other OBD dongles . It is perfect for those who want to diagnose what's up with their car, and today it is currently 17% off at Amazon for $100. Remember to unplug your BlueDriver dongle when done! Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNETNote: I've had my BlueDriver dongle for a few years, and the newer versions look a little…

Imagine walking into a futuristic pod and getting a full-body scan, a blood test and a personalized health plan in minutes.  That's about to become a reality if a company called Forward has its way. It just launched its flagship product, CarePod, which it claims is the world’s first AI doctor’s office.CLICK TO GET KURT’S FREE CYBERGUY NEWSLETTER WITH SECURITY ALERTS, QUICK VIDEO TIPS, TECH REVIEWS, AND EASY HOW-TO’S TO MAKE YOU SMARTER The exterior of a CarePod. (Forward )MORE: 32 BEST BLACK FRIDAY DEALSWhat are AI…

Viruses may get a bad rap, but some of them can be helpful to fight off bacterial infections. Scientists at ETH Zurich have demonstrated a new way to use them to diagnose which bacteria is causing a UTI, and then launch a stronger attack against them.Bacteriophages (or just phages) are a type of virus that preys on bacteria. About a century ago they emerged as a promising way to fight off infections, but research fell flat as soon as penicillin was invented. However, as bacteria are becoming increasingly resistant to…