CLEAN : Canadian start up used AI to raise early alarm about coronavirus

CLEAN : Canadian start up used AI to raise early alarm about coronavirus

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Science, Biology, Computers

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses how machines help identify critical data, like early signs of the coronavirus, by analyzing vast amounts of information. It highlights the importance of quick detection and response to infectious diseases, drawing lessons from the SARS outbreak. Blue Dot aims to use data and technology to stay ahead of such diseases, emphasizing the need for speed in combating them.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary role of machine algorithms in the context of data analysis as described in the video?

To store large amounts of data efficiently

To find and present potential findings to human experts

To translate data into multiple languages

To replace human experts in decision-making

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial indication of the novel coronavirus outbreak detected by the machine algorithms?

A news report about a virus in North America

A scientific paper on a new type of bacteria

An article about pneumonia cases linked to a wet market in Wuhan

A report of a new flu strain in Europe

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which past outbreak was mentioned as a significant learning experience for the experts?

The Ebola outbreak in West Africa

The Zika virus outbreak in South America

The SARS outbreak in Toronto

The H1N1 pandemic in Mexico

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main motivation behind the efforts at Blue Dot as discussed in the video?

To develop new vaccines

To use data and technology to stay ahead of infectious diseases

To create a global health database

To train more healthcare workers

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the video, what is crucial for effectively combating infectious diseases?

More public awareness campaigns

Faster movement than the diseases

Increased funding for hospitals

Slower response times