It’s time to rethink assessment for learning

For decades, formative assessment has been a silent engine for learning—powering insights about student progress and worker ...
The Lancet

When to and when not to use machine learning in risk prediction models

Machine learning for health data science, fuelled by proliferation of data and reduced computational costs, has garnered ...
News Medical

Researchers develop machine learning-based tool for assessment of shoulder function

In a recent study published in Scientific Reports, researchers showed that a simple string-pulling task could help make a reliable assessment of shoulder mobility across animals and humans. Across ...
HUB

Novel machine learning method can improve genetic risk assessments for non-white populations

For many diseases and chronic conditions, an individual's genes play a role in their likelihood of developing the disease. While some inherited diseases, such as cystic fibrosis or sickle cell anemia, ...
Digital Journal

Machine learning makes strides in coronary artery disease assessments

Just as with other medical requirements, the COVID-19 vaccination helps ensure the best possible outcome for organ transplant patients. Image - Lena Gulenko, (CC BY 4.0) Just as with other medical ...
News Medical

New machine learning approach boosts precision of cardiovascular risk assessments

Risk calculators are used to evaluate disease risk for millions of patients, making their accuracy crucial. But when national models are adapted for local populations, they often deteriorate, losing ...