NEWS:  Centre for Brain Research (CBR) launched an AI challenge for early detection of cognitive declineà Initiative supported by Alzheimer’s Disease Data Initiative (ADDI).

BACKGROUND

• Focus on early diagnosis of cognitive decline & dementia
• Uses large-scale brain ageing datasets
• Encourages development of predictive AI models

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

• Open to researchers + innovators across India
• Develop AI models to predict: Mild cognitive impairment, Disease progression
• Use of longitudinal cohort brain data
• Aim → Scalable + affordable intervention strategies

OBJECTIVE

• Detect cognitive decline at an early stage
• Improve understanding of ageing-related brain disorders
• Promote AI-driven healthcare innovation

COMPETITION DETAILS

• Submissions evaluated by expert jury
• Top teams shortlisted
• Winning teams receive grants (₹2 crore support mentioned)
• Funding support via Axilor Ventures + Trust

SIGNIFICANCE

• Addresses rising ageing population challenges
• AI reduces time for diagnosis
• Strengthens India’s neuroscience + AI ecosystem
• Potential to transform dementia care & brain health management