AI Brain-Age Estimation Technology Uses EEG Scans to Screen for Degenerative Diseases

As individuals age, so do their brains. Premature aging of the brain can lead to age-related conditions such as mild cognitive impairment, dementia, or Parkinson's disease. The ability to determine "brain age" easily could allow for early intervention in cases of premature brain aging, potentially averting severe health issues. Researchers have now developed an artificial intelligence (AI) technique capable of estimating a person's brain age using electroencephalogram (EEG) brain scans, potentially making early and regular screening for degenerative brain diseases more accessible.