Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: The convergence of quantum physics and medicine has the potential to transform healthcare in unprecedented ways. Quantum computers can process vast quantities of data with unmatched velocity, facilitating more precise diagnoses and customized treatment strategies aligned with each individual’s distinct genetic profile. Quantum sensors can identify diseases in their initial stages, facilitating preemptive measures prior to the manifestation of symptoms. Quantum encryption technology guarantees the utmost preservation of patient privacy and data security. Additionally, quantum concepts like superposition and entanglement may soon be utilized for innovative medicines that precisely target individual molecules, hence reducing side effects and enhancing efficacy. As researchers investigate the intersection of quantum mechanics and medicine, we anticipate a future in which healthcare is proactive, preventive, and genuinely individualized rather than merely reactive.
Source: Science Insights
DOI: 10.15354/si.24.co236
Author: Lars Robsahm
Institution: University of Oslo
Language: English
Subfield: Artificial Intelligence
Field: Computer Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4404808845