IBM and the American Cancer Society are launching a new partnership that will combine the power of Big Blue’scognitive computing platform, Watson, with the wealth of cancer research and patient support services provided by the non-profit organization.
The Watson Health initiative was announced Tuesday by CEO Ginni Rometty at the 13th annual World Health Care Congress, a meeting that gathers top executives from health and life sciences companies to discuss the biggest issues affecting the industry. The two organizations will combine forces to create a service that will provide cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers personalized access to vetted cancer resources.
