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Zeiss India and IISc Bengaluru's AI Eye Care Research Lab: Objectives and Focus Areas Zeiss India has partnered with the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bengaluru to establish a cutting-edge research lab dedicated to advancing artificial intelligence (AI) applications in eye care. This collaboration aims to harness AI's transformative potential to enhance eye care practices and improve patient outcomes. Key Objectives Development of AI-Driven Eye Care Solutions Early Detection and Diagnosis : Utilizing AI algorithms to identify ocular diseases at their nascent stages, facilitating timely intervention. Enhanced Treatment Protocols : Creating AI models that assist in formulating personalized treatment plans for patients. Academic and Industry Synergy Resource Sharing : Providing IISc researchers with access to Zeiss's advanced technological resources and real-world data. Skill Development : Offering training programs to upskill students and researchers in AI technologies r...

Biomarkers: The Future of Precision Medicine What is a Biomarker? A biomarker (biological marker) is an objective indicator of biological processes occurring in a cell or organism. These markers are typically detected through biological molecules found in blood, body fluids, or tissues. Types of Biomarkers Diagnostic Biomarkers – Used to detect diseases early (e.g., cancer biomarkers in blood). Prognostic Biomarkers – Predicts disease progression and outcomes. Predictive Biomarkers – Helps determine a patient's response to specific treatments. Pharmacodynamic Biomarkers – Measures how well a patient responds to treatment. Key Applications of Biomarkers ✔ Disease Diagnosis: Non-invasive cancer detection using metabolites. Early detection of conditions like Alzheimer's, cardiovascular diseases, and infections. ✔ Personalized Medicine: Tailors treatments based on an individual's genetic or molecular profile. Identifies which patients will benefit most from a particular t...