Study Title
Systematic Review of Machine Learning Applied to the Prediction of Obesity and Overweight
Principal Investigator
Antonio Ferreras, Sandra Sumalla-Cano, Rosmeri Martínez-Licort, Iñaki Elío, Kilian Tutusaus, Thomas Prola, Juan Luís Vidal-Mazón, Benjamín Sahelices, Isabel de la Torre Díez
Affiliation
University of Valladolid, Spain; European University of the Atlantic, Spain; Iberoamerican International University, Mexico; University of Pinar del Río, Cuba
Start Date
Not specified
End Date
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Study Objective
To explore machine learning (ML) applications in predicting obesity and overweight through systematic analysis of existing literature.
Short Abstract
This systematic review evaluates various machine learning techniques applied to the prediction of obesity and overweight. The study focuses on the effectiveness of these models in different populations and identifies key challenges and opportunities in applying ML to obesity prediction.
Study Design
Systematic review
Population
Various populations with a focus on predictive models for obesity and overweight.
Sample Size
Not specified
Inclusion Criteria
Studies applying machine learning for obesity and overweight prediction
Exclusion Criteria
Studies not involving machine learning models for obesity prediction
Intervention/Exposure
Machine learning techniques, including supervised and unsupervised methods, for obesity and overweight prediction
Outcome Measures
Accuracy and effectiveness of ML models in predicting obesity and overweight
Funding Source
Not specified
Collaborating Institutions
University of Valladolid, European University of the Atlantic, Iberoamerican International University, University of Pinar del Río
Ethics Approval
Not specified
Publication Status
Published in Journal of Medical Systems (2023).
Keywords
Obesity, overweight, machine learning, prediction models, systematic review
Data Collection Methods
Systematic review and analysis of machine learning techniques
Primary Data Availability
Not applicable
Contact Information
Antonio Ferreras: