By. Mihir M. '26
On December 6th during Common Classroom, I will welcome one of my good friends, Rahul Nadkarni (he/him), an NYU student, who is diving deep into the world of Artificial Intelligence and healthcare. If you’ve ever wondered how AI could help save lives or just want to know how tech is being used in groundbreaking ways this is your chance to hear it straight from a source.
Our guest speaker, Rahul, has explored how the process of diagnosing respiratory diseases can be expedited to save lives. Respiratory diseases affect millions of people worldwide, and timely, accurate diagnosis can make all the difference. Current diagnostic methods, while reliable, often take too much time; time that patients don’t always have. But what if there was a faster way?
This is where AI comes into play. Rahul is part of a team using machine learning to classify respiratory diseases based on audio signals like coughs or breaths. Instead of relying solely on imaging like X-rays or CT scans, these AI systems analyze sound patterns to identify potential issues. This would help doctors achieve a faster time to diagnosis than with radiology.
What makes this concept even cooler is the technology behind it. From signal processing to advanced AI models like XGBoost and Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs), Rahul will break down how AI technology facilitates faster diagnosis. And don’t worry he’ll keep it beginner-friendly for those of us who are new to the world of machine learning.
This isn’t just a talk for future computer scientists. Whether you’re into healthcare, engineering, or just curious about the future of technology, this session has something for everyone. Plus, Rahul will share tips for how we, as high school students, can start exploring AI.
So, why should you care? Because this isn’t just about cool tech, it’s about making a real difference in people’s lives. AI tools like this could revolutionize the way doctors diagnose illnesses, giving them a way to help patients faster than ever before.
Don’t miss out on this chance to learn, get inspired, and maybe even spark some ideas of your own. Make sure to bring questions if you have any! Who knows? You could be the next person to combine tech and medicine to change the world. Sign up for the common classroom on AI on December 6th!
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