Posts by Melody Smith
Machine Learning in the Fight Against Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer’s disease, a progressive neurodegenerative disorder, poses a significant public health challenge, affecting millions of individuals worldwide and placing a substantial burden on healthcare systems and caregivers. As the global population ages, the prevalence of Alzheimer’s is expected to rise, underscoring the urgent need for innovative approaches to diagnosis, treatment and management. Machine learning is…
Read MoreFinding the Gold in Unstructured Data
In the digital age, data has emerged as one of the most valuable assets for businesses across various industries. While structured data, neatly organized in databases, has been the traditional focus, there is an equally powerful and often untapped resource – unstructured data. Unstructured data, comprising text, images, videos and more, doesn’t fit neatly into…
Read MoreThe Digital Transformation of Retail
Technology has profoundly transformed the retail industry in numerous ways, revolutionizing how businesses operate and how consumers shop. This interesting subject came to us from WIRED in their article, “The Mobile Revolution was just the Beginning: How Tech Will Change Retail.” Perhaps the most significant change brought about by technology is the rise of e-commerce.…
Read MoreCelebrating Knowledge
National Library Week is a time-honored celebration that recognizes the invaluable contributions of libraries and librarians to our communities and society as a whole. Since its inception, this annual event has served as a platform to raise awareness about the importance of libraries, promote literacy and highlight the transformative power of knowledge. The theme for…
Read MoreUsing Data to Drive Strategy
It has never been more important to make data-driven decisions and develop strategies that are based on data analytics. Beyond decision-making, accurate and relevant data analytics can provide greater insights into target markets, reveal hidden operational efficiencies and identify new potential product and service offerings. CIO brought this interesting topic to our attention in their…
Read MoreThe Dual Edge of Emerging Technologies
In an era defined by rapid technological advancement, emerging technologies offer unprecedented opportunities and challenges for national security. From artificial intelligence (AI) to biotechnology, these cutting-edge innovations have the power to revolutionize defense capabilities, intelligence gathering and cybersecurity. However, they also pose new threats, from cyberattacks to autonomous weapons systems. Lexology brought us this important…
Read MoreWebinar Recap on Knowledge Domains and AI
In a recent Access Innovations webinar, “MAKING AI BEHAVE: Using Knowledge Domains to Produce Useful, Trustworthy Results”, the extensive experience and history Access Innovations has in the development and implementation of domain-specific thesauri, taxonomies, ontologies and knowledge graphs and their use of them with artificial intelligence (AI) were featured. Marjorie (Margie) M.K. Hlava, who serves as…
Read MoreData Analytics and Strategy
It has never been more important to make data-driven decisions and develop strategies that are based on data analytics. Beyond decision-making, accurate and relevant data analytics can provide greater insights into target markets, reveal hidden operational efficiencies and identify new potential product and service offerings. CIO brought this interesting topic to our attention in their…
Read MoreThe Crucial Role of Information Governance in Business Strategy
In today’s digital age, data has become the lifeblood of businesses, fueling decision-making, innovation and growth. However, with the exponential growth of data comes the need for effective management and governance. Enter information governance – the strategic framework that governs how organizations manage, protect and leverage their data assets. Data is often touted as the…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Quirks of Spoken Language
Pronunciation, the way in which words are articulated and spoken, is a fascinating aspect of language that is rich with idiosyncrasies. From regional accents to individual quirks, pronunciation offers a window into the diverse tapestry of human communication. Pronunciation evolves over time due to various factors including geographical separation, cultural influences, technological advancements and social…
Read More