NSMQ Star Earns International Recognition for AI Cancer Project

Recognition has been given to Odadeɛ Benjamin Nketsiah at Michigan State University for developing an AI-powered solution to detect triple-negative breast cancer.

His project, “She’s Strong,” secured a $1,000 award after a competitive pitch process where participants presented their innovations through short videos.

The initiative focuses on early detection and intervention, particularly in West Africa where the disease is highly prevalent, with Nketsiah noting that a large proportion of breast cancer cases in Ghana fall under the triple-negative category.

To extend the impact of his research, he co-founded a non-profit organisation under the same name, which has developed a digital application used to assess risk levels, store patient symptoms, and connect users to healthcare professionals.

He explained that the system relies on a clinically validated model to determine risk levels, while its AI-powered support tool provides guidance without replacing professional medical care.

Describing the achievement as humbling, Nketsiah said the project is driven by a commitment to improve healthcare access and outcomes across West Africa, where early diagnosis remains crucial due to the aggressive nature of the disease.