7. Molecular diagnostic product manufacturer Ciphergen Biosystems seems to be a new player and their patents have a strong R & D calibre rating because of their high innovativeness and economic potential. In the future, one can expect them to license their patents to established companies.

8. Mining company Arch Coal Inc. is a new entrant in this technology space with a high portfolio value index. Even though they have a limited number of patented inventions, the portfolio ranks high in PatSeer’s value metrics. Most of their patents concern the use of ANNs to detect calcification or other respiratory problems that miners face.

As investments in this sector increase, the various applications of ANNs for the diagnosis and treatment of medical ailments will increase and become more precise. Empirical evidence clearly shows that they are extremely beneficial in the early detection of various diseases and disorders.