Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore have developed a human-like, artificial intelligence-powered digital replica designed to study disease progression and support early diagnosis. The innovation was presented during the Madhya Pradesh Regional AI Impact Conference held in Bhopal on January 15.
The AI model functions as a digital twin of the human body, capable of mimicking select physiological activities to analyse how diseases affect different organs. By simulating core human responses such as breathing and blinking, the system enables researchers and clinicians to observe disease behaviour in a controlled virtual environment, potentially improving preventive care and treatment planning.
Developed with support from the Department of Science and Technology under a national interdisciplinary research mission, the project aims to bridge technology and healthcare through advanced modelling. The research team is currently focused on lung simulations, with future plans to integrate cardiovascular, neurological and other organ systems into the platform.
Clinical validation of the digital twin is underway in collaboration with multiple All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) centres. Once fully developed, the AI-powered replica is expected to assist medical professionals in understanding complex disease mechanisms, testing interventions virtually, and enhancing personalised healthcare approaches.
This initiative marks a significant step in India’s growing focus on AI-driven healthcare innovation, positioning digital twin technology as a potential tool for improving diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes.
