New Jersey Innovation Institute Teams Up with Cognome for AI-Driven Healthcare Advancement

Transforming Healthcare through AI

The New Jersey Innovation Institute (NJII) has entered into a strategic partnership with Cognome, aiming to revolutionize patient care using artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies. This collaboration promises to usher in new heights of clinical intelligence and operational efficiency, significantly impacting healthcare delivery across the state of New Jersey and beyond.

Driving Innovation with Ethical AI

Cognome, established through a collaboration between Montefiore Health System and the University of Texas at Houston, brings a wealth of expertise in AI development, specifically tailored for healthcare applications. Their proprietary tools and platforms, including the innovative governance solution, ExplainerAITM, are at the forefront of ensuring ethical AI deployment in clinical settings. This partnership will leverage Cognome's cutting-edge AI tools alongside NJII's seasoned professional services to drive significant improvements in patient outcomes.

Jennifer D'Angelo, NJII’s Chief Operating Officer and CEO of Healthcare Innovation Solutions (HCIS), expressed enthusiasm about the partnership: "We are thrilled to partner with Cognome to advance AI and Machine Learning in healthcare. By aligning our strengths, we can guarantee that hospitals and healthcare providers fully benefit from AI-driven innovations. This collaboration is set to enhance research, patient safety, and overall operational effectiveness."

Junction of Expertise in Healthcare Technology

NJII, a not-for-profit subsidiary of the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), is dedicated to advancing healthcare technology and fostering innovation. With over a decade of experience, NJII has built a reputation as a trusted leader in healthcare technology and transformation. NJII aims to enhance the adoption of AI within hospitals through diligent governance and co-development strategies alongside partners like Cognome.

The party’s approach includes integrating their AI solutions with existing Electronic Health Records (EHRs), allowing for real-time insights and data-driven decisions by healthcare professionals. One application, a sepsis reduction model, is reported to have the industry's lowest flag rate, which indicates its reliability in clinical scenarios. Additionally, the AutoChart AI design promises to significantly reduce the manual abstraction of patient charts, leading to a drastic increase in operational efficiencies and return on investment.

Ensuring Trust through Governance

A crucial aspect of this partnership is the commitment to responsible AI usage. The ExplainerAI™ platform adheres to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) AI Governance framework, focusing on fostering trustworthiness while mitigating bias within AI models—a vital factor for clinician acceptance and success. The collaboration also aligns with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) AI Risk Management Framework, ensuring compliance with standards concerning privacy, auditability, and cybersecurity.

"Combining our robust AI capabilities with NJII’s healthcare knowledge not only enhances our offerings but also helps in maximizing the potential of patient data. The diversity and size of this data fuel our intelligent and responsible AI models," said James Green, CEO of Cognome.

Collaborating for Better Healthcare Outcomes

This partnership aims to unite various stakeholders in the healthcare field, including researchers, tech leaders, AI/ML practitioners, and quality and operational teams. The focus will remain on identifying and implementing high-value use cases that yield tangible benefits in healthcare services, ultimately leading to improved patient care and outcomes. NJII will extend its expertise in data science and model development to satisfy the increasing demand for advanced analytics and custom AI solutions.

Upcoming Webinar: Accelerating AI Adoption

To shed light on the implications of this groundbreaking partnership, NJII and Cognome will host a webinar titled "Accelerating AI Adoption in NJ Healthcare: Collaboration for Real-World Impact" on April 29th at 12 PM EDT. This session will delve deeper into how these organizations plan to deliver high-value operational and clinical use cases.

For more information about the partnership and to register for the webinar, visit the NJII and Cognome websites to access cutting-edge healthcare innovations shaped by AI technologies.