World Economic Forum: Hologram Sciences unveils AI potential to unlock precision nutrition

23 Jan 2024 --- At the recent World Economic Forum, US health tech company Hologram Sciences advocated for AI’s role in enhancing personalized healthcare and its potential to address malnutrition in clinical settings. The company underscores how AI-driven approaches, such as its Precision Nutrition Platform, can make a significant difference.

“Our participation was an opportunity to share Hologram Sciences’ vision and advancements in the realm of health technology, focusing on precision nutrition,” Ian Brady, co-founder and CEO of Hologram Sciences, tells Nutrition Insight. 

“I believe we have made substantial progress in highlighting the need for more personalized and precise approaches in healthcare, as well as in fostering valuable connections that will aid in advancing our mission.”

Brady shares that the company aimed to draw attention to malnutrition in clinical issues and engage with influential leaders and decision-makers to emphasize the critical role of advanced technologies, like AI, in personalizing patient healthcare. “Our presence at the forum was a step toward integrating these innovative solutions into broader healthcare discussions and strategies.” 

AI-enabled nutrition protocols  
To revolutionize patient care, Hologram Sciences recently worked with the US Mayo Clinic on its Precision Nutrition Platform, designed to customize nutrition based on individual health requirements and dietary profiles. 

“In collaboration with Mayo Clinic, we are taking significant steps toward creating AI-enabled nutrition protocols that are not only personalized but also instrumental in addressing acute health conditions and enhancing overall patient outcomes,” says Brady. 

“Our existing platform can take in hundreds of inputs from diagnostic tests, wearables, and custom surveys to develop a robust individual profile and then apply algorithms specific to their health conditions to generate tailored guidance.” 

The platform will first be applied in a surgical context as a “stress test” for the technology in its most complex use case to enable broad application across various conditions in the future. 

“Hologram Sciences’ goal is to embed precision nutrition into healthcare systems worldwide, contributing to healthier global communities,” details Brady. 

The company has been evolving its personalized nutrition technology since 2015, incorporating new capabilities such as AI to “keep pace with the market” and improve user value. 

Hologram Sciences’ Precision Nutrition Platform helps to address malnutrition in a clinical setting by identifying potential health risks.Addressing malnutrition 
Brady emphasizes that malnutrition poses a significant challenge in hospital environments, affecting patient recovery, outcomes and readmission rates. “The Precision Nutrition Platform addresses malnutrition holistically, consistent with emerging gold-standard protocols like Enhanced Recovery after Surgery, which puts significant emphasis on nutrition.”

He explains that a critical feature of the platform is its predictive analytics capability, which focuses on identifying potential health risks based on dietary patterns. For example, it can analyze a patient’s medical history and health status to identify specific nutritional deficiencies or needs. It also directly suggests preventive measures to patients and clinicians. 

“By integrating this data with our AI-driven technology, we can provide tailored dietary plans that address immediate nutritional gaps and support long-term health and recovery. This holistic approach is crucial in clinical settings, where malnutrition can significantly impact patient outcomes and recovery times.”

“These proactive interventions have the potential to be instrumental in optimizing patient outcomes and supporting lasting habit change. Ultimately, this combination of AI and clinical expertise will deliver more accurate, efficient and personalized nutrition care.” 

Precision nutrition  
Brady sees an immense potential in precision nutrition by understanding each individual’s unique dietary and nutritional requirements and leveraging technology to provide tailored recommendations. 

“It allows for more effective management of various health conditions, better prevention strategies to manage risk and overall enhancement of health and wellness. Our active participation at the World Economic Forum underlines our dedication to making AI-powered precision nutrition a core element in healthcare strategies globally.”

“Our goal has always been to empower people to take control of their health with accurate insights, personalized recommendations and a friendly experience that combines thoughtful digital design with human interaction.” 

The company aspires to develop and refine its technologies to make them more accessible and effective, shares Brady. “We are continuously integrating the latest research and data into our platforms to ensure they remain at the cutting edge of precision nutrition.”

Moreover, Hologram Sciences aims to expand its collaborations with healthcare providers and institutions to implement solutions in more clinical settings, ultimately contributing to a broader impact on global health. 

He concludes: “Our goal is to make personalized nutrition a standard part of healthcare, providing tools and resources that empower both patients and healthcare providers in managing and improving health outcomes.”

By Jolanda van Hal