Problem
- Lack of standardized, high-quality medical imaging datasets representative of India's population
- Inconsistent data curation and annotation processes
- Limited access to diverse datasets for AI researchers and startups
- Need for a scalable, secure platform to manage large volumes of medical imaging data
Solution
- Developing MIDAS, a comprehensive medical imaging dataset platform
- Implementing standardized processes for curating, annotating, and storing digital images
- Creating a scalable backend architecture and intuitive frontend
- Integrating with India's Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) and Digital Public Goods (DPG) initiatives
- Open source design, technical architecture and implementation
Outcome
- Establishing a gold standard for medical imaging datasets in India
- Enhancing collaboration between researchers, annotators, and curators
- Improving accessibility to high-quality, diverse medical imaging data
- Contributing to India's digital health infrastructure
- Fostered innovation in AI-driven healthcare solutions
