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I started a nonprofit to fight ALS after my husband's death. Here's how tech and AI can help us find a cure.
- Indu Navar, a tech professional, founded the Peter Cohen Foundation and EverythingALS after her husband's ALS diagnosis and subsequent passing.
- Both Indu and her husband, Peter Cohen, were involved in pioneering technology that revolutionized various sectors.
- After Peter's ALS diagnosis, Indu established the Peter Cohen Foundation to work towards finding a cure for ALS.
- The diagnostic process for ALS is challenging, leading to delayed detection and treatment compared to other diseases like cancer.
- Facing the lack of effective tools for assessing ALS progression, EverythingALS uses sensors to monitor patients' functions and predict outcomes.
- The organization focuses on utilizing technology, such as AI and sensors, for early diagnosis and personalized patient care.
- EverythingALS conducts citizen-driven research by involving patients directly in studies and utilizing digital tools for remote monitoring.
- Their AI tool, trained on a trusted dataset, offers support and guidance to ALS patients, contributing to a supportive community.
- Beyond ALS, EverythingALS aims to expand its technology-driven approach to diseases like Alzheimer's, Huntington's, and Parkinson's.
- The organization's mission is to enhance patient care, drive research, and ultimately contribute to finding cures for neurodegenerative diseases.
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