Doctors study EEG patterns to identify abnormalities, diagnose neurological disorders, and monitor the brain’s functional state over time.
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When Dimitris Fotis Sakellariou and Kris Pahuja discovered a shared passion for music, little did they know it would lead them to use artificial intelligence to revolutionize brain science. Combining Sakellariou’s medical research and technical expertise with Pahuja’s AI strategy and product skills, they co-founded Piramidal in 2023.
As a Y Combinator graduate startup, Piramidal stood out for developing a groundbreaking large neuro model that utilizes data from electrical brain activity instead of text corpus, potentially transforming neurological diagnostics.
Their ultimate goal is to create a fully AI-enabled neurologist, starting with the development of the first large neuro model. This specialized model, known as LNM, uses neural language data from electroencephalograms (EEGs) to detect patterns and abnormalities in brain function.
Brainwaves captured during a seizure and recorded on an EEG.
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Addressing Critical Healthcare Challenges
Piramidal’s LNM is designed to provide real-time analysis of EEG data, offering immediate detection and alerts for medical staff regarding abnormalities in patients’ brain activity. This continuous monitoring can lead to timely interventions, potentially saving lives by enabling swift medical responses.
By automating the interpretation of EEG results, Piramidal’s model eliminates the manual effort required and enhances the efficiency of healthcare professionals, particularly in emergency situations where quick decisions are crucial.
Collaborating with institutions like the Cleveland Clinic, Piramidal aims to deploy their LNM in ICUs to improve patient care through advanced brainwave analysis and real-time alerts for medical emergencies.
The Future of AI in Healthcare
The integration of AI in healthcare is driving innovation and transforming medical practices worldwide. From enhancing diagnostic accuracy to facilitating personalized treatments, AI is reshaping the healthcare landscape.
Despite the promising advancements, challenges such as slow adoption rates and regulatory barriers exist in the healthcare industry. Overcoming these obstacles will require concerted efforts from innovators like Sakellariou and Pahuja, who remain optimistic about the potential of AI in revolutionizing healthcare.
The innovative optimists: Kris Pahuja, CPO (Left) and Dimitris Fotis Sakellariou, CEO (Right) of Piramidal
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With continuous investment and advancements in AI technology, the future of healthcare looks promising. AI-driven solutions like Piramidal’s LNM hold the potential to revolutionize patient care and improve healthcare outcomes for individuals worldwide.
