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Saturday 28 February 2026

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AI platform in use in a doctor's surgery

Platform tests commercial algorithms for NHS use for bias

A platform that can test whether AI algorithms developed for NHS applications are fit for purpose and free of bias has shown its value in a new study.

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Google Willow quantum computing chip

Google claims quantum advance could speed up drug discovery

Google has claimed an advance in quantum computing that is a milestone towards its practical applications in areas like drug discovery.

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Roche gets EU nod for kidney disease algorithm

Roche and Klinrisk have picked up a CE-mark for an AI tool that can be used to predict renal function decline in patients with chronic kidney disease.

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Woman uses voice capability on her smartphone

AI 'could detect laryngeal cancer from patient voices'

Researchers in the US have found that subtle changes in the sound of a voice could be used to detect if someone has cancer of the larynx.

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Breast cancer screening images

AI picks up interval breast cancers missed by scans

An AI could help to detect aggressive interval breast cancers that are diagnosed in between routine screening appointments, say US researchers.

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CT scan with patient and doctor

Four AIs for spinal fractures can be used by NHS, says NICE

AIs that detect spinal fractures during routine CT scans could help the NHS reduce hip fractures and other costly complications, says NICE.