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Journal of Imaging, Volume 11, Issue 3

2025 March - 24 articles

Cover Story: The rapid evolution of AI-generated media, or deepfakes, presents both opportunities and threats to digital communication, entertainment, and cybersecurity. Leveraging cutting-edge generative models such as GANs and diffusion models, deepfakes turn out to be hyper-realistic but fake content, raising serious concerns about misinformation and media reliability. The FF4ALL research project addresses deepfake detection, forensic attribution, and media authentication by developing innovative methodologies to fight against the illegal use of deepfakes. Analyzing current methodologies, challenges, and future directions, this study proposes solutions to improve the integrity of digital content and fight emerging threats in synthetic media. View this paper
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Articles (24)

  • Review
  • Open Access
53 Citations
18,168 Views
57 Pages

Human activity recognition (HAR) has emerged as a transformative field with widespread applications, leveraging diverse sensor modalities to accurately identify and classify human activities. This paper provides a comprehensive review of HAR techniqu...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,846 Views
18 Pages

The Effect of Simulated Dose Reduction on the Performance of Artificial Intelligence in Chest Radiography

  • Hendrik Erenstein,
  • Wim P. Krijnen,
  • Annemieke van der Heij-Meijer and
  • Peter van Ooijen

Chest imaging plays a pivotal role in screening and monitoring patients, and various predictive artificial intelligence (AI) models have been developed in support of this. However, little is known about the effect of decreasing the radiation dose and...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Medical Image Classification and Segmentation: Progress and Challenges)
  • Article
  • Open Access
11 Citations
3,090 Views
15 Pages

In recent years, there has been growing interest in taking advantage of the technological progress in information technology and computer science to enhance the synergy between multidisciplinary organisations with a mutual objective of improving scie...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Methodologies and Applications of Image Understanding in Cultural and Artistic Heritage)
  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
1,920 Views
18 Pages

The objective of this study is to propose an advanced image enhancement strategy to address the challenge of reducing radiation doses in pediatric renal scintigraphy. Data from a public dynamic renal scintigraphy database were used. Based on noisier...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Advances in Medical Imaging and Machine Learning)
  • Review
  • Open Access
10 Citations
6,668 Views
25 Pages

Advances in Optical Contrast Agents for Medical Imaging: Fluorescent Probes and Molecular Imaging

  • Divya Tripathi,
  • Mayurakshi Hardaniya,
  • Suchita Pande and
  • Dipak Maity

Optical imaging is an excellent non-invasive method for viewing visceral organs. Most importantly, it is safer as compared to ionizing radiation-based methods like X-rays. By making use of the properties of photons, this technique generates high-reso...

(This article belongs to the Section Medical Imaging)
  • Article
  • Open Access
3 Citations
2,766 Views
24 Pages

Analysis of Dynamic Changes in Sedimentation in the Coastal Area of Amir-Abad Port Using High-Resolution Satellite Images

  • Ali Sam-Khaniani,
  • Giacomo Viccione,
  • Meisam Qorbani Fouladi and
  • Rahman Hesabi-Fard

Sediment transport and shoreline changes causing shoreline morphodynamic evolution are key indicators of a coastal structure’s operational continuity. To reduce the computational costs associated with sediment transport modelling tools, a novel...

(This article belongs to the Section AI in Imaging)
  • Article
  • Open Access
8 Citations
2,770 Views
20 Pages

Automatic Segmentation of Plants and Weeds in Wide-Band Multispectral Imaging (WMI)

  • Sovi Guillaume Sodjinou,
  • Amadou Tidjani Sanda Mahama and
  • Pierre Gouton

Semantic segmentation in deep learning is a crucial area of research within computer vision, aimed at assigning specific labels to each pixel in an image. The segmentation of crops, plants, and weeds has significantly advanced the application of deep...

(This article belongs to the Section Color, Multi-spectral, and Hyperspectral Imaging)
  • Article
  • Open Access
7 Citations
3,870 Views
20 Pages

Deep Learning-Based Semantic Segmentation for Objective Colonoscopy Quality Assessment

  • Radu Alexandru Vulpoi,
  • Adrian Ciobanu,
  • Vasile Liviu Drug,
  • Catalina Mihai and ,
  • Oana Bogdana Barboi,
  • Diana Elena Floria,
  • Alexandru Ionut Coseru,
  • Andrei Olteanu,
  • Vadim Rosca and
  • Mihaela Luca
  • + 5 authors+ 0 author

Background: This study aims to objectively evaluate the overall quality of colonoscopies using a specially trained deep learning-based semantic segmentation neural network. This represents a modern and valuable approach for the analysis of colonoscop...

(This article belongs to the Section Medical Imaging)
  • Article
  • Open Access
11 Citations
2,501 Views
21 Pages

Battle Royale Optimization for Optimal Band Selection in Predicting Soil Nutrients Using Visible and Near-Infrared Reflectance Spectroscopy and PLSR Algorithm

  • Jagadeeswaran Ramasamy,
  • Anand Raju,
  • Kavitha Krishnasamy Ranganathan,
  • Muthumanickam Dhanaraju and ,
  • Backiyathu Saliha,
  • Kumaraperumal Ramalingam and
  • Sathishkumar Samiappan
  • + 2 authors+ 0 author

An attempt was made to quantify soil properties using hyperspectral remote-sensing techniques and machine-learning algorithms. In total, 100 soil samples representing various locations and soil-nutrient statuses were collected, and the samples were a...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Imaging Applications in Agriculture)
  • Article
  • Open Access
3 Citations
3,917 Views
20 Pages

The purpose of this study was to investigate changes in bone trabecular structure during adolescence using the fractal analysis (FA) method on hand–wrist radiographs (HWRs) and to evaluate the relationship of these changes with pubertal growth...

(This article belongs to the Section Medical Imaging)
  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
1,593 Views
18 Pages

In the field of video image processing, high definition is one of the main directions for future development. Faced with the curse of dimensionality caused by the increasingly large amount of ultra-high-definition video data, effective dimensionality...

  • Article
  • Open Access
5 Citations
2,747 Views
14 Pages

Morphodynamic Features of Contrast-Enhanced Mammography and Their Correlation with Breast Cancer Histopathology

  • Claudio Ventura,
  • Marco Fogante,
  • Elisabetta Marconi,
  • Barbara Franca Simonetti and ,
  • Silvia Borgoforte Gradassi,
  • Nicola Carboni,
  • Enrico Lenti and
  • Giulio Argalia
  • + 3 authors+ 0 author

Contrast-enhanced mammography (CEM) combines morphological and functional imaging, enhancing breast cancer (BC) diagnosis. This study investigates the relationship between CEM morphodynamic features and histopathological characteristics of BC. In thi...

(This article belongs to the Section Medical Imaging)
  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
2,353 Views
12 Pages

The aim of this patient dose review is to establish a thorough diagnostic reference level (DRL) system. This entails calculating a DRL value for each possible image technique/view considered to perform a diagnostic mammogram in our practice. Diagnost...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Tools and Techniques for Improving Radiological Imaging Applications)
  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
2,418 Views
17 Pages

A Novel Method to Compute the Contact Surface Area Between an Organ and Cancer Tissue

  • Alessandra Bulanti,
  • Alessandro Carfì,
  • Paolo Traverso,
  • Carlo Terrone and
  • Fulvio Mastrogiovanni

The contact surface area (CSA) quantifies the interface between a tumor and an organ and is a key predictor of perioperative outcomes in kidney cancer. However, existing CSA computation methods rely on shape assumptions and manual annotation. We prop...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
2,049 Views
15 Pages

Recycled glass has been the focus of attention owing to its role in reducing plastic waste and further increasing the demand for glass containers. Cosmetics glass bottles require strict quality inspections because of the frequent handling, safety con...

(This article belongs to the Section Image and Video Processing)
  • Article
  • Open Access
5 Citations
5,050 Views
27 Pages

GM-CBAM-ResNet: A Lightweight Deep Learning Network for Diagnosis of COVID-19

  • Junjiang Zhu,
  • Yihui Zhang,
  • Cheng Ma,
  • Jiaming Wu and ,
  • Xuchen Wang and
  • Dongdong Kong
  • + 1 author+ 0 author

COVID-19 can cause acute infectious diseases of the respiratory system, and may probably lead to heart damage, which will seriously threaten human health. Electrocardiograms (ECGs) have the advantages of being low cost, non-invasive, and radiation fr...

(This article belongs to the Topic Machine Learning and Deep Learning in Medical Imaging)
  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
2,792 Views
18 Pages

A micro-mirror array plate is a type of aerial image display that allows an observer to touch the aerial image directly. The problem with this optical element is that it produces stray light, called a ghost, which reduces the visibility of the aerial...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
4,766 Views
11 Pages

Typical Diagnostic Reference Levels of Radiation Exposure on Neonates Under 1 kg in Mobile Chest Imaging in Incubators

  • Ioannis Antonakos,
  • Matina Patsioti,
  • Maria-Eleni Zachou,
  • George Christopoulos and
  • Efstathios P. Efstathopoulos

28 February 2025

The purpose of this study is to determine the typical diagnostic reference levels (DRLs) of radiation exposure values for chest radiographs in neonates (<1 kg) in mobile imaging at a University Hospital in Greece and compare these values with the...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Learning and Optimization for Medical Imaging)
  • Article
  • Open Access
105 Citations
28,013 Views
42 Pages

Deepfake Media Forensics: Status and Future Challenges

  • Irene Amerini,
  • Mauro Barni,
  • Sebastiano Battiato,
  • Paolo Bestagini and ,
  • Giulia Boato,
  • Vittoria Bruni,
  • Roberto Caldelli,
  • Francesco De Natale,
  • Rocco De Nicola and
  • Domenico Vitulano
  • + 19 authors+ 14 authors

28 February 2025

The rise of AI-generated synthetic media, or deepfakes, has introduced unprecedented opportunities and challenges across various fields, including entertainment, cybersecurity, and digital communication. Using advanced frameworks such as Generative A...

(This article belongs to the Section Biometrics, Forensics, and Security)
  • Article
  • Open Access
20 Citations
10,664 Views
25 Pages

Concealed Weapon Detection Using Thermal Cameras

  • Juan D. Muñoz,
  • Jesus Ruiz-Santaquiteria,
  • Oscar Deniz and
  • Gloria Bueno

26 February 2025

In an era where security concerns are ever-increasing, the need for advanced technology to detect visible and concealed weapons has become critical. This paper introduces a novel two-stage method for concealed handgun detection, leveraging thermal im...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Object Detection in Video Surveillance Systems)
  • Article
  • Open Access
2 Citations
2,329 Views
20 Pages

25 February 2025

This study explores the integration of UAS-based multispectral remote sensing and targeted agricultural practises to improve cropmark detection in buried archaeological contexts. The research focuses on the Vignale plateau, part of the pre-Roman city...

  • Article
  • Open Access
3 Citations
6,702 Views
13 Pages

Evaluation of Radiation Dose and Image Quality in Clinical Routine Protocols from Three Different CT Scanners

  • Thawatchai Prabsattroo,
  • Jiranthanin Phaorod,
  • Piyaphat Tathuwan,
  • Khanitta Tongluan and ,
  • Puengjai Punikhom,
  • Tongjit Maharantawong and
  • Waraporn Sudchai
  • + 2 authors+ 0 author

25 February 2025

Computed tomography examination plays a vital role in imaging and its use has rapidly increased in radiology diagnosis. This study aimed to assess radiation doses of routine CT protocols of the brain, chest, and abdomen in three different CT scanners...

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Tools and Techniques for Improving Radiological Imaging Applications)
  • Article
  • Open Access
7 Citations
4,216 Views
17 Pages

24 February 2025

The advancement of technology has ushered in remote sensing with the adoption of high-altitude infrared thermal object detection to leverage the distinct advantages of high-altitude platforms. These new technologies readily capture the thermal signat...

(This article belongs to the Section Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition)
  • Article
  • Open Access
8 Citations
4,612 Views
24 Pages

Machine Learning-Driven Radiomics Analysis for Distinguishing Mucinous and Non-Mucinous Pancreatic Cystic Lesions: A Multicentric Study

  • Neus Torra-Ferrer,
  • Maria Montserrat Duh,
  • Queralt Grau-Ortega,
  • Daniel Cañadas-Gómez and ,
  • Juan Moreno-Vedia,
  • Meritxell Riera-Marín,
  • Melanie Aliaga-Lavrijsen,
  • Mateu Serra-Prat,
  • Javier García López and
  • Júlia Rodríguez-Comas
  • + 7 authors+ 2 authors

20 February 2025

The increasing use of high-resolution cross-sectional imaging has significantly enhanced the detection of pancreatic cystic lesions (PCLs), including pseudocysts and neoplastic entities such as IPMN, MCN, and SCN. However, accurate categorization of...

(This article belongs to the Section Medical Imaging)
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