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2024

Explainable Deep Learning Methods in Medical Image Classification: A Survey

Authors
Patrício, C; Neves, C; Teixeira, F;

Publication
ACM COMPUTING SURVEYS

Abstract
The remarkable success of deep learning has prompted interest in its application to medical imaging diagnosis. Even though state-of-the-art deep learning models have achieved human-level accuracy on the classification of different types of medical data, these models are hardly adopted in clinical workflows, mainly due to their lack of interpretability. The black-box nature of deep learning models has raised the need for devising strategies to explain the decision process of these models, leading to the creation of the topic of eXplainable Artificial Intelligence (XAI). In this context, we provide a thorough survey of XAI applied to medical imaging diagnosis, including visual, textual, example-based and concept-based explanation methods. Moreover, this work reviews the existing medical imaging datasets and the existing metrics for evaluating the quality of the explanations. In addition, we include a performance comparison among a set of report generation-based methods. Finally, the major challenges in applying XAI to medical imaging and the future research directions on the topic are discussed.

2024

Innovative Firmware Update Method to Microcontrollers during Runtime

Authors
Neves, BP; Santos, VDN; Valente, A;

Publication
ELECTRONICS

Abstract
This article presents a new firmware update paradigm for optimising the procedure in microcontrollers. The aim is to allow updating during program execution, without interruptions or restarts, replacing only specific code segments. The proposed method uses static and absolute addresses to locate and isolate the code segment to be updated. The work focuses on Microchip's PIC18F27K42 microcontroller and includes an example of updating functionality without affecting ongoing applications. This approach is ideal for band limited channels, reducing the amount of data transmitted during the update process. It also allows incremental changes to the program code, preserving network capacity, and reduces the costs associated with data transfer, especially in firmware update scenarios using cellular networks. This ability to update the normal operation of the device, avoiding service interruption and minimising downtime, is of remarkable value.

2024

On the benefit of combining car rental and car sharing

Authors
Soppert, M; Oliveira, BB; Angeles, R; Steinhardt, C;

Publication
JOURNAL OF BUSINESS ECONOMICS

Abstract
Car rental and car sharing are two established mobility concepts which traditionally have been offered by specialized providers. Presumably to increase utilization and profitability, most recently, car rental providers began to offer car sharing in addition, and vice versa. To assess and quantify benefits and drawbacks of combining both into a single mobility concept with one common fleet, we consider such combined systems on an aggregate level, replicating demand patterns and rentals throughout a typical week. Our systematic approach reflects that, depending on a provider's status quo, different business practices exist, for example with regard to the applied revenue management approaches. Methodologically, our analyses base on mathematical optimization. We propose several models that consider the different business practices and degrees to which the respective new mobility concept is offered. To support mobility providers in their strategic decision-making, we derive managerial insights based on numerical studies that use real-life data.

2024

Invisibles: A New Frontier in Vital Signs Monitoring

Authors
Silva, AS; Correia, MV; Plácido da Silva, H;

Publication
NATO Science for Peace and Security Series - D: Information and Communication Security - Modern Technologies Enabling Innovative Methods for Maritime Monitoring and Strengthening Resilience in Maritime Critical Infrastructures

Abstract
In the field of vital signs monitoring, there is a growing trend towards transposing monitoring technologies into people’s daily lives. Currently, the work revolves around wearables. However, wearables have known limitations, mainly the need for voluntary actions to acquire the signals of interest, low battery life, and abandonment, which leads to the search for new solutions. An evolution is the integration of sensors into the environment or everyday objects through invisible devices (also known as “off the person” sensing). Properly assessing and matching the patient and their caregiver to the appropriate monitoring technology, while considering the suitability of the home environment for device operation and maintenance is a challenge that depends on sound human factors principles. This article reviews the current key features and technologies to provide an overview of the existing invisibles landscape.

2024

Foundation models for the electric power grid

Authors
Hamann, HF; Gjorgiev, B; Brunschwiler, T; Martins, LSA; Puech, A; Varbella, A; Weiss, J; Bernabe-Moreno, J; Massé, AB; Choi, SL; Foster, I; Hodge, BM; Jain, R; Kim, K; Mai, V; Mirallès, F; De Montigny, M; Ramos-Leaños, O; Suprême, H; Xie, L; Youssef, ES; Zinflou, A; Belyi, A; Bessa, RJ; Bhattarai, BP; Schmude, J; Sobolevsky, S;

Publication
JOULE

Abstract
Foundation models (FMs) currently dominate news headlines. They employ advanced deep learning architectures to extract structural information autonomously from vast datasets through self-supervision. The resulting rich representations of complex systems and dynamics can be applied to many downstream applications. Therefore, advances in FMs can find uses in electric power grids, challenged by the energy transition and climate change. This paper calls for the development of FMs for electric grids. We highlight their strengths and weaknesses amidst the challenges of a changing grid. It is argued that FMs learning from diverse grid data and topologies, which we call grid foundation models (GridFMs), could unlock transformative capabilities, pioneering a new approach to leveraging AI to redefine how we manage complexity and uncertainty in the electric grid. Finally, we discuss a practical implementation pathway and road map of a GridFM-v0, a first GridFM for power flow applications based on graph neural networks, and explore how various downstream use cases will benefit from this model and future GridFMs.

2024

Eight Weeks of Intermittent Exercise in Hypoxia, with or without a Low-Carbohydrate Diet, Improves Bone Mass and Functional and Physiological Capacity in Older Adults with Type 2 Diabetes (vol 16, 1624, 2024)

Authors
Kindlovits, R; Sousa, AC; Viana, JL; Milheiro, J; Oliveira, BMPM; Marques, F; Santos, A; Teixeira, VH;

Publication
NUTRIENTS

Abstract
In the original publication [1], there was a minor error in Figure 1 and Table 6. Unfortunately, Figure 1 presented a smaller text size than appropriate, making it difficult for the reader, in addition to the abbreviation “FiO2” instead of “FiO2”. Then, in Table 6, the basal lactate values between the groups were corrected and the lactate peak values were included. The authors state that the scientific conclusions are unaffected. This correction was approved by the Academic Editor. The original publication has also been updated. © 2024 by the authors.

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