Corrigendum to: Effective Integration of Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain Technologies for Empowerment of Drug Discovery and Development

Following publication of the article entitled “Effective Integration of Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain Technologies for Empowerment of Drug Discovery and Development” [1], certain phrases and expressions were identified that were un-clear or inconsistent with established scientific terminology. To ensure accuracy and clarity of the published record, these expressions have been corrected using appropriate terminology that more accurately conveys the intended scientific meaning. These corrections are limited to the wording and terminology of the affected passages and do not alter the data, results, scientific interpretations, or conclusions of the article. The specific corrections are provided below: Section 1, Paragraph 1 Original: Because AI can analyze big information, predict outcomes, improve diagnostic accuracy, and optimize treatment approaches, .... Corrected: Because AI can analyze big data, predict outcomes, improve diagnostic accuracy, and optimize treatment approaches, ... . Section 2, Paragraph 1 Original: The e-health industry is undergoing a revolution thanks to artificial intelligence (AI), which is improving and improving many facets of healthcare delivery. Corrected: The e-health industry is undergoing a revolution thanks to artificial intelligence (AI), which is significantly improving many facets of healthcare delivery. Section 2.2, Paragraph 1 Original: AI is being utilized, for instance, to create algorithms that are more accurate …. . Corrected: AI is being utilized to create algorithms that are more accurate … . Section 4.11, Paragraph 2 Original: Auditability: Patients can monitor who has accessed their health information and why because to blockchain's transparency, which boosts confidence and complies with … . Corrected: Auditability: Patients can monitor who has accessed their health information and why due to blockchain's transparency, which boosts confidence and complies with … . Section 5.4, Paragraph 1 Original: Smart contracts, for instance, can impose regulations requiring healthcare practitioners to obtain express patient consent recorded on the blockchain before gaining access to any private medical data [54, 55]. Corrected: Smart contracts, can impose regulations requiring healthcare practitioners to obtain express patient consent recorded on the blockchain before gaining access to any private medical data [54, 55]. The original article has been updated accordingly. This corrigendum is published to ensure transparency and accuracy of the scholarly record. The corrected version of the article is available online at: <a href="https://www.eurekaselect.com/article/147811" style="color: blue; text-decoration: underline;">https://www.eurekaselect.com/article/147811</a> The authors regret these errors and apologise for any inconvenience they may have caused.