Google and DoD Develop AI-Powered Microscope to Help Detect Cancer

Google and the Department of Defense are building an AI-powered microscope called the Augmented Reality Microscope (ARM) to help doctors detect cancer.
The ARM uses AI to outline cancer locations and provide information about cancer severity on a digital overlay displayed through the microscope.
The ARM is meant to serve as a second opinion for pathologists, especially those in remote locations without easy access to consultations.
Initial research on the ARM's ability to detect breast cancer metastasis shows promise but more rigorous testing is still needed.
The goal is for the ARM to become commercially available to improve cancer diagnosis with its accuracy, speed and cost-effectiveness.

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