The bbMiradas programme, which focuses on the early detection of autism, has been awarded first prize at the 1st International Conference on Early Intervention and Technology in the 21st Century organised by the University of Burgos. The award-winning research, presented as a poster under the title “Development of predictive algorithms using neural networks to detect autism before the age of three in female and male infants”, was carried out by a team comprising María Merino, Fernando Terradillos, Joaquín Pacheco, Silvia Casado and José Luis Cuesta.
This award recognises the innovative nature of the bbMiradas programme, which uses artificial intelligence and neural networks to identify early signs of autism in children under the age of three. The use of these advanced technologies enables the disorder to be detected more effectively and at an earlier stage, allowing for earlier and more personalised interventions, thereby significantly improving the prognosis for children with autism.
The award ceremony took place yesterday in the Assembly Hall of the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Burgos, where the importance of the work carried out by this multidisciplinary team was recognised. The success of bbMiradas highlights the potential of technology in the field of early intervention and its positive impact on the lives of children with autism and their families.
This achievement underscores the importance of innovation in early diagnosis, highlighting how collaboration between health and technology experts can transform the future for many families.