Generative AI and Its Potential to Revolutionize Epidemiological Modeling and Disease Prediction

Abstract

The integration of Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the health sector has the potential to significantly enhance epidemiological modeling and disease prediction. This paper explores the transformative capabilities of generative AI, particularly focusing on Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs) and Variational Autoencoders (VAEs), in improving the accuracy and efficiency of predicting disease outbreaks and understanding their dynamics. A comprehensive literature review highlights current applications, strengths, and limitations of existing models. Building on this foundation, a novel framework is proposed that synergizes generative AI with traditional epidemiological methods. The methodology encompasses data collection from diverse epidemiological sources, development and training of generative models, integration with classical models like SIR and SEIR, and rigorous validation using real-world data. Preliminary results demonstrate significant improvements in predictive accuracy and computational efficiency, underscoring the potential of generative AI to revolutionize public health responses. The paper concludes by discussing the implications for public health policy, ethical considerations, and avenues for future research.