Saʽid al-Khudri

Novel AI System Could Diagnose Autism Much Earlier

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

"Our algorithm is trained to identify areas of deviation to diagnose whether someone is autistic or neurotypical," Khudri said.

Key Points: 
  • "Our algorithm is trained to identify areas of deviation to diagnose whether someone is autistic or neurotypical," Khudri said.
  • The AI system involves isolating brain tissue images from the DT-MRI scans and extracting imaging markers that indicate the level of connectivity between brain regions.
  • "Our approach is a novel advancement that enables the early detection of autism in infants under two years of age," Khudri said.
  • Khudri said their AI system could facilitate precise autism management while reducing the time and costs associated with assessment and treatment.