ISCEP 2026 At Sunway Putra Hotel 17-18 August 2026
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POSTER PRESENTATION ABSTRACT
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INTEGRATING GEMINI GEMS AI TO ENHANCE MOSQUITO IDENTIFICATION IN HIGHER EDUCATION: THE HEXAVECTOR UKM APPLICATION
Aishah Hani AZIL*, Muhammad Luqman NASARUDDIN
Department of Parasitology and Medical Entoreslogy Faculty of Medicine Universe
Chess Kale Langpur Malaysi
'Department of Bischisty Faculty of Medicine, Universis Kebangsaan Malaysia Cheras, Kuala Lump
ABSTRACT
Identifying mosquito genera and species is a fundamental competency for undergraduate and postgraduate students in medical entomology. Conventionally, this skill is acquired through established taxonomic or pictorial keys, which can be time-consuming and discouraging for learners. To streamline laboratory sessions, instructors often provide supplementary handouts detailing key morphological features. With the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI). educators are increasingly integrating this technology to enrich the teaching and learning experience. In this study we developed HexaVector UKM a Gems application powered by the Gemini Pro platform. This tool is designed to facilitate the identification of six medically important mosquito genera: Aedes, Anopheles, Cules, Mansonia, Armigeres, and Coquillettidia The application's knowledge base was synthesized from local taxonomic keys, with Al utilized to structure and guide the identification instructions. Preliminary internal testing provided initial evidence of HexaVector's utility as a supplementary tool in a medical entomology practical, demonstrating its feasibility for analysing physical specimens and diagnostic microphotographs. While promising, further refinement and testing are required to scale the application for broader implementation. In conclusion, such integration of traditional methods with advanced Al techniques offers extensive possibilities for enhancing medical and health- related education in higher learning institutions.
Keywords: mosquito identification, taxonomic keys Generative Al (Gems) GeminiPradalogy
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