<p>It appears to be part monkey, part fish and part reptile. Labelled as “Fiji Mermaid,” the remains of this mysterious creature have long sparked curiosity among scientists from all over the world.</p>

<p>The remains date back to the late 19th century. It is believed that they were brought to Indiana from Japan by a US sailor, who donated these to the Clark County Historical Society in 1906.</p>

<p>Now, a group of students is trying to find out what exactly is this creature.</p>

<h2><strong>Ongoing study</strong></h2>

<p>Students in (Northern Kentucky University) NKU's radiology department are now conducting experiments on this creature with the help of some sophisticated modern technology.</p>

<p>"I think it's really cool," said radiologic science major Amanda Nashalsky. "I've never seen anything like this. I wasn't really sure what to expect. Even looking up pictures of it online, it's so much smaller than I expected," she said.</p>

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<p>According to radiologic science professor Dr Joseph Cress, their motive is to provide as many insights as possible without dissecting the artefact.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"With X-rays, we're the eyes of healthcare, and so, if we can see something without really dissecting it and holding the integrity of this artifact, then why not? We have the labs here at NKU and we have the CT scanner," he was quoted as saying by Local12 website.</p>

<h2><strong>Results will be shared with the Cincinnati Zoo</strong></h2>

<p>According to Natalie Fritz, archivist and outreach director for the Clark County Historical Society at the Heritage Center, they were first contacted by Brian Hackett, an associate professor and director at NKU to get the artefact to the university lab for the purpose of conducting a CT scan.</p>

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<p>“They were looking for a similar project, like an unknown antique, to shed some like on and give a good experience to the students in the radiology program ... A unique experience to have for the students,” Fritz said.</p>

<p>Once the students conclude their scans and analysis, the results will be sent to the Cincinnati Zoo and the Newport Aquarium, where experts can further investigate what specifically makes up this particular Fiji Mermaid.</p>

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It appears to be part monkey, part fish and part reptile. Labelled as “Fiji Mermaid,” the remains of this mysterious creature have long sparked curiosity among scientists from all over the world.

It appears to be part monkey, part fish and part reptile. Labelled as “Fiji Mermaid,” the remains of this mysterious creature have long sparked curiosity among scientists from all over the world. The remains date back to the late 19th century. It is believed that they were brought to Indiana from Japan by a US sailor, who donated these to the Clark County Historical Society in 1906. Now, a group of students is trying to find out what exactly is this creature. Ongoing study Students in (Northern Kentucky University) NKU's radiology department are now conducting experiments on this creature with the help of some sophisticated modern technology. "I think it's really cool," said radiologic science major Amanda Nashalsky. "I've never seen anything like this. I wasn't really sure what to expect. Even looking up pictures of it online, it's so much smaller than I expected," she said. Watch: Aliens: Are we looking in the wrong place? × According to radiologic science professor Dr Joseph Cress, their motive is to provide as many insights as possible without dissecting the artefact. "With X-rays, we're the eyes of healthcare, and so, if we can see something without really dissecting it and holding the integrity of this artifact, then why not? We have the labs here at NKU and we have the CT scanner," he was quoted as saying by Local12 website. Results will be shared with the Cincinnati Zoo According to Natalie Fritz, archivist and outreach director for the Clark County Historical Society at the Heritage Center, they were first contacted by Brian Hackett, an associate professor and director at NKU to get the artefact to the university lab for the purpose of conducting a CT scan. Also read: Space storms leaving weird impact on birds, claim scientists “They were looking for a similar project, like an unknown antique, to shed some like on and give a good experience to the students in the radiology program ... A unique experience to have for the students,” Fritz said. Once the students conclude their scans and analysis, the results will be sent to the Cincinnati Zoo and the Newport Aquarium, where experts can further investigate what specifically makes up this particular Fiji Mermaid. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>Artificial Intelligence could cut workload of radiologists in searching routine scans for breast cancer signs, a large study in Sweden suggested on Wednesday. The interim results were promising, but the authors cautioned that more research is needed before using AI for broader breast cancer screening.</p>

<p>What would the latest AI breakthrough mean for the human workforce engaged in the radiology and related medical works, remains unclear.</p>

<p>In 2020, over 2.3 million women were diagnosed with breast cancer and 685,000 deaths were attributed to breast cancer, according to World Health Organization.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>How the study was conducted?</strong></h2>

<p>The medical community has been repeatedly asserting since long that regular screening is crucial for early cancer detection.</p>

<p>The current study involved 80,000 mammograms from four sites in southwest Sweden between April 2021 and July last year.</p>

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<p>The AI-supported system predicted 20 per cent more cancers, reducing the workload for radiologists by 44 per cent, as only one person was needed to read the scans instead of two.</p>

<h2><strong>What next?</strong></h2>

<p>Despite the promising results, the study's lead author said that more time and research are needed before implementing AI in mammography screening. The trial will assess AI's impact on reducing interval cancers, detected between routine screenings, over the next two years.</p>

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<p>"The greatest potential of AI right now is that it could allow radiologists to be less burdened by the excessive amount of reading," Kristina Lang, a radiologist at Sweden's Lund University and lead author of the study.</p>

<p>It will take two more years before the trial can say whether using AI leads to a reduction in what are called interval cancers, which are detected between routine screenings, the researchers have cautioned.</p>

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Artificial Intelligence could cut workload of radiologists in searching routine scans for breast cancer signs, a large study in Sweden suggested on Wednesday. The interim results were promising, but the authors cautioned that more research is needed before using AI for broader breast cancer screening.

Artificial Intelligence could cut workload of radiologists in searching routine scans for breast cancer signs, a large study in Sweden suggested on Wednesday. The interim results were promising, but the authors cautioned that more research is needed before using AI for broader breast cancer screening. What would the latest AI breakthrough mean for the human workforce engaged in the radiology and related medical works, remains unclear. In 2020, over 2.3 million women were diagnosed with breast cancer and 685,000 deaths were attributed to breast cancer, according to World Health Organization. How the study was conducted? The medical community has been repeatedly asserting since long that regular screening is crucial for early cancer detection. The current study involved 80,000 mammograms from four sites in southwest Sweden between April 2021 and July last year. Also read | Artificial intelligence could replace 80% of jobs 'in next few years' The AI-supported system predicted 20 per cent more cancers, reducing the workload for radiologists by 44 per cent, as only one person was needed to read the scans instead of two. What next? Despite the promising results, the study's lead author said that more time and research are needed before implementing AI in mammography screening. The trial will assess AI's impact on reducing interval cancers, detected between routine screenings, over the next two years. Also watch | How AI and Automation will impact jobs in the future × "The greatest potential of AI right now is that it could allow radiologists to be less burdened by the excessive amount of reading," Kristina Lang, a radiologist at Sweden's Lund University and lead author of the study. It will take two more years before the trial can say whether using AI leads to a reduction in what are called interval cancers, which are detected between routine screenings, the researchers have cautioned. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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