Artificial Intelligence and Big Data in Public Health
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Kurt Benke1,2, Geza Benke3
1School of Engineering, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria 3010, Australia. kbenke@unimelb.edu.au.
Abstract:
Artificial intelligence and automation are topics dominating global discussions on the future of professional employment, societal change, and economic performance. In this paper, we describe fundamental concepts underlying AI and Big Data and their significance to public health. We highlight issues involved and describe the potential impacts and challenges to medical professionals and diagnosticians. The possible benefits of advanced data analytics and machine learning are described in the context of recently reported research. Problems are identified and discussed with respect to ethical issues and the future roles of professionals and specialists in the age of artificial intelligence.
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