Academic Articles & Research Papers

A review of convolutional neural networks in computer vision

Abstract In computer vision, a series of exemplary advances have been made in several areas involving image classification, semantic segmentation, object detection, and image super-resolution reconstruction with the rapid development of dee...

Addressing practical challenge of using autopilot drone for asphalt surface monitoring: Road detection, segmentation, and following

According to the recent world bank report, around 80% of a life-cycle cost of a road is devoted to maintenance which includes monitoring and repair processes. To more effectively keep road serviceability, knowing the current status of road ...

Applications of deep learning to MRI images: A survey

Deep learning provides exciting solutions in many fields, such as image analysis, natural language processing, and expert system, and is seen as a key method for various future applications. On account of its non-invasive and good soft tiss...

Assessment of algorithmic performance in PET-CT segmentation of solitary lung tumors.

A Preliminary Study on the Auto-Segmentation of Targets and Organs at Risk in Pediatric Total Marrow and Lymphoid Irradiation

Introduction Leukemia is one of the most prevalent cancers in children. The use of total marrow and lymphoid irradiation (TMLI) via helical tomotherapy (TOMO) as a conditioning regimen prior to bone marrow transplant (BMT) has been widely a...

Evaluating artificial intelligence for a focal nodular hyperplasia diagnosis using magnetic resonance imaging: preliminary findings

PURPOSE: This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of artificial intelligence (AI) in diagnosing focal nodular hyperplasia (FNH) of the liver using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and compare its performance with that of radiologists....

An open dataset and machine learning algorithms for Niacin Skin-Flushing Response based screening of psychiatric disorders

Abstract Background Niacin Skin-Flushing Response (NSR) has emerged as a promising objective biomarker for the precise diagnosis of mental disorders. However, its diagnostic potential has been constrained by the limitations of traditional s...

Improving deep learning-based segmentation of diatoms in gigapixel-sized virtual slides by object-based tile positioning and object integrity constraint

Diatoms represent one of the morphologically and taxonomically most diverse groups of microscopic eukaryotes. Light microscopy-based taxonomic identification and enumeration of frustules, the silica shells of these microalgae, is broadly us...

A feasibility study of deep learning-based segmentation of the inferior alveolar nerve on magnetic resonance neurography

Abstract The inferior alveolar nerve (IAN) is the major sensory nerve innervating the mandibular region, and its automatic segmentation is crucial. It has been indirectly identified on the mandibular canal, which surrounds the IAN, using co...

Enhancing Deep Learning–Based Subabdominal MR Image Segmentation During Rectal Cancer Treatment: Exploiting Multiscale Feature Pyramid Network and Bidirectional Cross-Attention Mechanism

Conclusion: A multiscale feature pyramid network effectively reduces the semantic gap, and the bidirectional cross-attention mechanism facilitates feature alignment between the encoding and decoding stages....

A Dual-Segmentation Framework for the Automatic Detection and Size Estimation of Shrimp

In shrimp farming, determining the physical traits of shrimp is vital for assessing their health and growth. One of the critical traits is their size, as it serves as a key indicator of growth rates, biomass, and effective feed management. ...

Deep Learning in Microscopy Image Analysis: A Survey

Computerized microscopy image analysis plays an important role in computer aided diagnosis and prognosis. Machine learning techniques have powered many aspects of medical investigation and clinical practice. Recently, deep learning is emerg...

Review: Deep Learning on 3D Point Clouds

A point cloud is a set of points defined in a 3D metric space. Point clouds have become one of the most significant data formats for 3D representation and are gaining increased popularity as a result of the increased availability of acquisi...

Intelligent diagnosis with Chinese electronic medical records based on convolutional neural networks

Abstract Background Benefiting from big data, powerful computation and new algorithmic techniques, we have been witnessing the renaissance of deep learning, particularly the combination of natural language processing (NLP) and deep neural n...

Prediction of lymph node metastasis in papillary thyroid carcinoma using non-contrast CT-based radiomics and deep learning with thyroid lobe segmentation: A dual-center study

Objectives: This study aimed to develop a predictive model for lymph node metastasis (LNM) in papillary thyroid carcinoma (PTC) patients by deep learning radiomic (DLRad) and clinical features. Methods: This study included 271 thyroid lobes...

Deep learning for cardiovascular medicine: a practical primer

Deep learning (DL) is a branch of machine learning (ML) showing increasing promise in medicine, to assist in data classification, novel disease phenotyping and complex decision making. Deep learning is a form of ML typically implemented via...

Medical image segmentation using deep learning: A survey

Abstract Deep learning has been widely used for medical image segmentation and a large number of papers has been presented recording the success of deep learning in the field. A comprehensive thematic survey on medical image segmentation us...

A Brief Survey on Semantic Segmentation with Deep Learning

Empirical Evaluation of Invariances in Deep Vision Models

The ability of deep learning models to maintain consistent performance under image transformations-termed invariances, is critical for reliable deployment across diverse computer vision applications. This study presents a comprehensive empi...

Deep learning-based recognition and segmentation of intracranial aneurysms under small sample size

The manual identification and segmentation of intracranial aneurysms (IAs) involved in the 3D reconstruction procedure are labor-intensive and prone to human errors. To meet the demands for routine clinical management and large cohort studi...