AI predicts Alzheimer's progression with speech analysis, 78.5% accuracy
Summary: Boston University researchers have developed an AI model that predicts Alzheimer's progression with 78.5% accuracy using speech analysis. The model, trained on data from the Framingham Heart Study, analyzes speech content and demographics. This automated approach aims to enable earlier diagnoses and increase accessibility to cognitive impairment screening. The study, published in Alzheimer's & Dementia, highlights the potential of AI in healthcare.
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