Nigerian Professor Develops AI System To Predict Depression Before It Starts
In a groundbreaking leap for mental health technology, Nigerian-born professor Nchebe-Jah Iloanusi, based in the United States, has developed an Artificial Intelligence (AI) system capable of predicting the onset of depression in real-time, even before clinical symptoms become visible.
Experts have hailed the innovation as a potential game-changer in early mental health intervention, especially in a world where depression remains one of the leading causes of disability and suicide.
Professor Iloanusi’s AI model reportedly analyses subtle behavioural, linguistic, and physiological patterns to detect early indicators of mental distress.
By doing so, it enables timely intervention, offering hope for millions who might otherwise remain undiagnosed until their condition worsens.
The breakthrough underscores Nigeria’s growing contributions to global tech innovation and mental health research, highlighting how local talent continues to make an impact on the international stage.
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