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The immediate outcome of applying federated learning has been the identification of a new gene potentially linked to cancer susceptibility in astronauts, exemplifying the technique’s potential. Beyond space exploration, this AI-driven method holds promise for tackling a wide range of health issues on Earth, including cancer and other diseases.
As one researcher notes, these small scientific steps are vital—they lay the groundwork for larger strides by future generations. The technologies developed for space exploration often lead to innovations that benefit life on Earth, improving medical diagnostics, personalized medicine, and our understanding of biology.