Artificial Intelligence on the Frontlines Against COVID-19
While many may not recognize artificial intelligence (AI) on the ground during the unfolding COVID-19 pandemic, it is increasingly being implemented on the front lines. It is no longer the case that AI is restricted to academic circles and research institutions, but it is one of the most effective forms of defense and prevention.
One of its most important contributions comes from its ability to effectively screen, track, analyze and make predictions for both current and future patients. AI can be utilized for contact tracing, and it identifies high-risk areas within the nation and where the virus could be headed.
By processing big data, AI can accurately pinpoint hot zones, helping officials decide which schools and workplaces should remain open or shut down. Targeted isolation strategies such as this could help blunten the impact of quarantine measures. In China, where the outbreak began, the technology company Baidu developed a no-contact infrared sensor system capable of identifying individuals with fevers. The system is effective in crowds and is being implemented in railway stations within the nation.
The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in the acceleration of AI implementation into hospitals around the globe, specifically being used by healthcare professionals and experts to identify ‘red…
