Google's HeAR AI Detects Sickness with Audio Analysis

Aug 30, 2024, 06:10 AM

Google has developed an AI model named HeAR that utilizes bioacoustics to detect signs of sickness through audio analysis. Trained with 300 million pieces of audio from around the world, including sounds like coughs, sniffles, sneezes, and breathing, this technology aims to advance disease detection. The AI can potentially be used to detect tuberculosis using a smartphone, marking a significant advancement in AI-powered healthcare solutions.