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Unravelling the application of machine learning in cancer biomarker discovery

by Carter William a,* ,  Choki Wangmo a  and  Anjali Ranjan b
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James Cook University, Brisbane, Australia
b
Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Ranchi, Jharkhand, India
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CI  2023, 15; 2(1), 15; https://doi.org/10.58567/ci02010001
Received: 4 May 2023 / Accepted: 18 May 2023 / Published Online: 14 June 2023
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Abstract

Machine learning is playing an increasingly important role in the healthcare industry by transforming the way cancer is diagnosed and treated. By analyzing patient data, genomic data, and imaging data, machine learning algorithms can identify molecular signatures that distinguish cancer patients from healthy patients. Biomarkers that can accurately detect and diagnose cancer can be identified through analysis of these data sources. Additionally, personalized cancer therapies can be developed by identifying the most effective treatments based on individual patient characteristics and cancer type. Some of the machine learning techniques used for cancer biomarker discovery include deep learning and support vector machines, which can respectively identify complex patterns in data and classify data to identify relevant biomarkers. The benefits of using machine learning for cancer biomarker discovery are significant, including more precise and personalized treatments, improved patient outcomes, and the potential to transform cancer diagnosis and treatment. However, there are also challenges associated with using machine learning for cancer biomarker discovery, such as data collection and privacy issues, as well as the need for more powerful computational resources. This article explores the potential of machine learning in cancer biomarker discovery and argues that ongoing research in this field has the potential to revolutionize cancer diagnosis and treatment. Future research directions should focus on further developing machine learning algorithms and effective data collection and privacy protocols.

Keywords: Cancer; Biomarker; Machine learning; Artificial intelligence; Bioinformatics;
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