Zen AI Image Analysis
Description
Automated AI image analysis tool for screening and detection methods to increase efficiency and reduce human error in sterile insect technique programs.
Detailed example
The software provides a decision on the number of target positives in an image sample. For instance, it makes a decision about whether an image of a media plate is positive or negative for pathogens and counts number of colonies.
AI / analytics pattern
Computer Vision: AI that processes and interprets visual data (e.g., images and videos).
Automation level / stage
a) Pre-deployment – The use case is in a development or acquisition status.
Expected benefit
The image analysis tool will improve efficiency and reduce costs in the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) Mexican Fruit Fly backup colony and the Mexican Fruit Fly Mass Rearing Facility by enabling previously manual processes to become automated, less prone to subjective handler error, and transferable to Field Operations staff without advanced training.
Controls / human review
ATO: Not reported; PIA: Not published