Artificial Intelligence and Precision Medicine: A Perspective

Area of Science:

• Medical Informatics
• Bioinformatics
• Computational Biology

Background:

• Precision medicine and artificial intelligence (AI) are transforming healthcare paradigms.
• Multi-omics data analysis is crucial for integrating these advanced fields.
• Genetics, oncology, radiology, and infectious diseases (e.g., COVID-19) are key areas of intersection.

Purpose of the Study:

• To explore the synergistic integration of artificial intelligence and precision medicine.
• To highlight the role of multi-omics in advancing medical management.
• To identify current applications and future potential in representative medical fields.

Main Methods:

• Systematic literature search of PubMed and Google Scholar databases up to March 5, 2021.
• Analysis of 1572 identified articles focusing on the intersection of AI and precision medicine.
• Selection of genetics, oncology, radiology, and COVID-19 as representative fields.

Main Results:

• AI represents a significant advancement in the Fourth Industrial Revolution of medicine.
• AI-driven approaches are reshaping traditional diagnostic and treatment methodologies.
• AI-based link prediction models show promise for drug repurposing and identifying novel therapies, especially for widespread diseases like COVID-19.

Conclusions:

• The convergence of AI and precision medicine, underpinned by multi-omics, offers powerful tools for personalized healthcare.
• AI is instrumental in adapting medical practices to rapidly evolving health challenges.
• Future research should focus on leveraging AI for accelerated therapeutic development and improved patient outcomes.