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2024

State of the Practice in Software Testing Teaching in Four European Countries

Authors
Tramontana, P; Marín, B; Paiva, ACR; Mendes, A; Vos, TEJ; Amalfitano, D; Cammaerts, F; Snoeck, M; Fasolino, AR;

Publication
2024 IEEE CONFERENCE ON SOFTWARE TESTING, VERIFICATION AND VALIDATION, ICST 2024

Abstract
Software testing is an indispensable component of software development, yet it often receives insufficient attention. The lack of a robust testing culture within computer science and informatics curricula contributes to a shortage of testing expertise in the software industry. Addressing this problem at its root -education- is paramount. In this paper, we conduct a comprehensive mapping review of software testing courses, elucidating their core attributes and shedding light on prevalent subjects and instructional methodologies. We mapped 117 courses offered by Computer Science (and related) degrees in 49 academic institutions from four Western European countries, namely Belgium, Italy, Portugal and Spain. The testing subjects were mapped against the conceptual framework provided by the ISO/IEC/IEEE 29119 standard on software testing. Among the results, the study showed that dedicated software testing courses are offered by only 39% of the analysed universities, whereas the basics of software testing are taught in at least one course at every university. The analysis of the software testing topics highlights the gaps that need to be filled in order to better align the current academic offerings with the real industry needs.

2024

eDNA survey in the Arctic with an Autonomous Underwater Vehicle

Authors
Martins, A; Almeida, C; Carneiro, A; Silva, P; Marques, P; Lima, AP; Almeida, JM; Magalhaes, C;

Publication
OCEANS 2024 - SINGAPORE

Abstract
The eDNA autonomous biosampler results from a line of research aimed at developing systems for sampling and collecting marine biological data, and for collecting environmental DNA. Environmental DNA is a tool that has been increasingly used in the biological monitoring of aquatic environments, as it is a non-invasive method with very promising results when it comes to assessing biological diversity. In this sense, the automation of this method has the potential to greatly increase the temporal and spatial resolution of current biological monitoring programs in aquatic environments. The system has been developed in a partnership between research teams at the Centre for Robotics and Autonomous Systems (CRAS - INESC TEC) and CIIMAR and has been tested in multiple operational scenarios, including the Arctic, where it was attached to the AUV IRIS.

2024

Incorporating an Intelligent System Based on a Quantum Algorithm into Predictive Analysis for Screening COVID-19 Patients

Authors
Saraiva, AA; da Silva, JPO; Moura Sousa, JV; Fonseca Ferreira, NM; Soares, SP; Valente, A;

Publication
BIOSTEC (1)

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2024

Indexing Portuguese NLP Resources with PT-Pump-Up

Authors
Almeida, R; Campos, R; Jorge, A; Nunes, S;

Publication
PROPOR (2)

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2024

An Overview of Explainable Artificial Intelligence in the Industry 4.0 Context

Authors
Teixeira, P; Amorim, EV; Nagel, J; Filipe, V;

Publication
FLEXIBLE AUTOMATION AND INTELLIGENT MANUFACTURING: ESTABLISHING BRIDGES FOR MORE SUSTAINABLE MANUFACTURING SYSTEMS, FAIM 2023, VOL 1

Abstract
Artificial intelligence (AI) has gained significant evolution in recent years that, if properly harnessed, may meet or exceed expectations in a wide range of application fields. However, because Machine Learning (ML) models have a black-box structure, end users frequently seek explanations for the predictions made by these learning models. Through tools, approaches, and algorithms, Explainable Artificial Intelligence (XAI) gives descriptions of black-box models to better understand the models' behaviour and underlying decision-making mechanisms. The AI development in companies enables them to participate in Industry 4.0. The need to inform users of transparent algorithms has given rise to the research field of XAI. This paper provides a brief overview and introduction to the subject of XAI while highlighting why this topic is generating more and more attention in many sectors, such as industry.

2024

Mapping the Deepest Natural Underwater Cave

Authors
Soares, E; Almeida, C; Matias, B; Pereira, R; Sytnyk, D; Silva, P; Pereira, T; Lima, P; Martins, A; Almeida, J;

Publication
OCEANS 2024 - SINGAPORE

Abstract
The Czech Republic is home to the Hranice Abyss, the world's deepest natural underwater cave, a site extensively explored by a dedicated team of divers from a speleology group. Over the years, numerous studies have been conducted to unravel the cave's mysteries, delving into fields such as biology, hydrogeology, and geology. Mapping a cave of such vast dimensions and staggering depth poses formidable challenges, making the task hazardous, demanding, and timeintensive for a limited team of divers. In July 2022, the UNEXUP project was invited to explore and map the cave with its robot (UX1-neo), which contains many acoustic and optical sensors, used for navigation, localization, and mapping. Its unique control and dynamics allow the robot to successfully navigate through caves and flooded mines. This paper delves into the specifics of the six days of mission dives, offering insights into the mapping process, and presenting some of the results obtained from the entire cave.

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