Improve rabies vaccination efforts with dog facial recognition

Mobile Phone-Based Facial Recognition App Shows Promise in Rabies Vaccination Efforts

Using a mobile phone-based facial recognition application, researchers at Washington State University tested the effectiveness of the technology in rabies vaccination efforts in rural Tanzania. The app, developed in collaboration with PiP My Pet, a Canadian company, and researchers in WSU’s Paul G. Allen School for Global Health, proved remarkably accurate in identifying vaccinated and unvaccinated dogs during a subsequent visit to surrounding villages. With the ability to accurately and efficiently identify vaccinated dogs, this technology has the potential to significantly improve rabies elimination programs in Africa and Asia.