iMerit, a pioneer in AI data solutions, has unveiled ANCOR (Annotation Copilot for Radiology), an advanced AI-powered tool designed to enhance radiology AI development. Integrated with iMerit’s Ango Hub, ANCOR boosts efficiency, accuracy, and productivity in medical image data annotation workflows.
Launched in beta at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) conference, ANCOR serves as an intelligent assistant for radiologists and AI professionals, streamlining complex tasks while maintaining patient safety.
Key Features of ANCOR
- Sub-Domain Expertise
- Fine-tuned models for specialized radiology fields such as mammography and cardiology.
- Customization
- Supports tailored taxonomies and training workflows based on project requirements.
- Context-Aware Guidance
- Interprets detailed project guidelines, offering real-time, context-driven support.
- Real-Time Annotation Support
- Provides instant suggestions and highlights areas of interest for annotators.
- Multimodal Capabilities
- Combines text and image analysis for comprehensive understanding and annotation.
- Three Modes of Operation
- Workflow: Auto-generates initial annotations.
- Interactive: Enables real-time adjustments, verifications, and queries.
- Validation: Cross-checks annotations with guidelines and ground truth data.
Proven Results in Beta Testing
- Faster Research: Reduced annotation research time from 1 hour to 15 minutes.
- Enhanced Output: Achieved 2x output speeds with a 38% improvement in accuracy.
- Streamlined Access: Simplified navigation of complex, 90-page guidelines via instant queries.
Benefits for Radiologists and Developers
- Radiologists: Reduced cognitive load and increased productivity.
- Developers: Access to high-quality annotations for superior AI model development.
Vision for the Future
iMerit aims to make ANCOR increasingly autonomous, with future capabilities to:
- Revise guidelines dynamically.
- Communicate with clients for streamlined collaboration.
- Provide feedback to teams for improved decision-making.
Leadership Insights
- Radha Basu, CEO:
“ANCOR reflects insights from hundreds of projects, optimizing workflows for intricate radiology challenges and reducing cognitive load for radiologists.” - Dr. Sina Bari, AVP, Healthcare & Life Sciences AI:
“Future versions of ANCOR will push the boundaries of radiology AI, enabling autonomous support and decision-making.”
iMerit’s ANCOR marks a significant milestone in radiology AI development, offering tools that improve efficiency, accuracy, and adaptability in medical imaging workflows. With its seamless integration into the Ango Hub, ANCOR promises to transform the radiology landscape, addressing complex challenges with innovative AI-driven solutions.
