# Indian scientists build AI tool to spot hidden cancer stem cells 2026-08-12T22:50:43+00:00 | Technology | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet Scientists from S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences and Ashoka University have developed an AI framework called ACSCeND that identifies three distinct developmental states of cancer stem-like cells. The system uses deep learning to analyse tumour gene-expression data, revealing hidden cell populations from thousands of patient samples. Tests on over 25,000 tumour samples from international databases showed tumours with highly potent stem-like cells were linked to poorer survival and lower immunotherapy response. The tool outperformed existing computational methods and could help design precision cancer therapies, especially in areas with limited health facilities. ## Coverage - greaterkashmir.com Tags: AI, cancer research, Indian scientists, machine learning, precision medicine, stem cells Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/indian-scientists-build-ai-tool-to-spot-hidden-cancer-stem-cells/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/indian-scientists-build-ai-tool-to-spot-hidden-cancer-stem-cells/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.