AI predicts biological age from face images

A new AI tool, FaceAge, uses facial snapshots to predict a patient's biological age and cancer survival time, potentially helping doctors tailor treatments. The algorithm, developed by researchers at Mass General Brigham and Harvard Medical School, analyzes facial features to estimate biological age, which can differ from chronological age and impact health outcomes. It was trained on thousands of photos of healthy individuals and cancer patients. FaceAge could assist doctors in making treatment decisions by providing a more accurate assessment of a patient's health status, potentially improving outcomes and monitoring changes over time. Further testing is needed before clinical use.