VITAL, a groundbreaking Horizon Europe project with a Kiwi connection, has set its sights on revolutionising the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases. The project’s ultimate goal is to contribute to a worldwide shift towards personalised medicine, embodied in the concept of 'digital twins' – virtual models that are continuously updated with real-time patient data.
Understanding and overcoming the obstacles preventing broader AI adoption is essential for unlocking the benefits that AI offers. Research and stakeholder consultation have identified several interconnected barriers for which the Government is delivering a coordinated response.
Listen to New Zealand researchers share their personal career journey and thoughts on what progress has been made to promote diversity and what more can be done.