Researchers at ITQB NOVA have developed NanoPyx, an artificial intelligence tool capable of analysing biomedical images up to 100 times faster than traditional methods. This breakthrough is set to revolutionise scientific research and clinical diagnostics, with potential applications in studying infections, cancer, and neurodegenerative diseases.
Powered by machine learning, NanoPyx dynamically adapts to the specific features of each image, cutting processing time from hours to minutes without sacrificing accuracy. The tool also paves the way for smart microscopes that can analyse images in real time, such as during viral infection studies.
Published in Nature Methods, the project is the result of international collaboration and stands out for its potential to accelerate biomedical research and personalised medicine, enabling faster diagnoses and more effective treatments.