On October 15, Lenovo™ introduced its latest AI innovation, “Alzheimer’s Intelligence,” at Lenovo Tech World. Developed in collaboration with Innovations in Dementia, this initiative offers an accessible 3D avatar that provides tailored advice for individuals and families navigating dementia. This proof-of-concept AI aims to create a compassionate, accurate, and private resource for anyone impacted by dementia or Alzheimer’s.
With approximately 55 million people worldwide living with dementia, a number expected to rise to 139 million by 2050, the need for supportive resources is more critical than ever. Lenovo’s Alzheimer's Intelligence avatar—named "Liv"—combines insights from real people with dementia to provide 24-hour access to a responsive, conversational AI designed for natural interactions. The avatar represents a blend of contributions from Innovations in Dementia's “Dementia Diaries” and panel interviews, creating a rich, person-centered knowledge base.
The AI-driven avatar uses Lenovo’s advanced AI solutions to deliver emotional responses through facial expressions that match the sentiment of its responses. Users interact with Liv via simple speech-to-text inputs, and responses are generated in real-time using a large language model (LLM) trained on dementia-related experiences. This technology offers patients advice on daily challenges, family discussions, and ways to adapt to living with dementia—valuable insights that only those with firsthand experience can provide.
Designed by Kaleida with Lenovo’s technology ecosystem, the project utilized the ThinkStation P7 server, ThinkPad T14s, and other Lenovo devices to bring Liv to life. By blending AI with real human experiences, Lenovo addresses a critical gap in dementia support. As Doug Fisher, Lenovo's Chief Security and AI Officer, noted, this initiative is about using AI responsibly to serve communities that are often left out of technological innovation.
Steve Milton, Director of Innovations in Dementia, praised the AI as a “knowledgeable and compassionate source of assurance” rooted in the expertise of those living with dementia. Lenovo’s commitment to ensuring accessible, empathetic technology aims to support dementia patients without replacing human connection. With the AI avatar currently in trial stages, Lenovo’s Alzheimer's Intelligence project is poised to reshape how dementia patients access support, helping families and individuals cope with the challenges of dementia in a way that is both innovative and deeply humane.
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