Thought Experiment 1 – Alzhemier’s

LA.TE1.ALZ.D1 – Harmonized Vigilance: Abstract Interpretation of a Smart Monitoring Home.

Harmonized Vigilance is a compelling art piece that visually explores the integration of advanced monitoring technologies within the tranquil confines of a home. This artwork combines geometric shapes and kinetic elements, portraying the seamless blend of daily living with unobtrusive technological surveillance aimed at early detection of cognitive impairments in the elderly. The color palette is soothing, with predominant shades of blue and green that evoke a sense of calm and safety. Bursts of orange and red dynamically interrupt these patterns, symbolizing alerts and deviations that hint at potential health issues. This piece not only reflects the duality of modern technology's role in our lives but also emphasizes the delicate balance between vigilance and the sanctity of home.

Original artwork by Ross Prior, inspired by and derived from Grammatikopoulou, M., Lazarou, I., Alepopoulos, V., Mpaltadoros, L., Oikonomou, V. P., Stavropoulos, T. G., Nikolopoulos, S., Kompatsiaris, I., Tsolaki, M., & on behalf of RADAR-AD. (2024). Assessing the cognitive decline of people in the spectrum of AD by monitoring their activities of daily living in an IoT-enabled smart home environment: A cross-sectional pilot study. Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience, 16, Article 1375131.