Computational Intelligence and Machine Learning Approaches in Biomedical Engineering and Health Care Systems explains the emerging technology that currently drives computer-aided diagnosis, medical analysis and other electronic healthcare systems. 11 book chapters cover advances in biomedical engineering fields achieved through deep learning and soft-computing techniques. Readers are given a fresh perspective on the impact on the outcomes for healthcare professionals who are assisted by advanced computing algorithms. Key Features: - Covers emerging technologies in biomedical engineering and healthcare that assist physicians in diagnosis, treatment, and surgical planning in a multidisciplinary context - Provides examples of technical use cases for artificial intelligence, machine learning and deep learning in medicine, with examples of different algorithms - Introduces readers to the concept of telemedicine and electronic healthcare systems - Provides implementations of disease prediction models for different diseases including cardiovascular diseases, diabetes and Alzheimer's disease - Summarizes key information for learners - Includes references for advanced readers The book serves as an essential reference for academic readers, as well as computer science enthusiasts who want to familiarize themselves with the practical computing techniques in the field of biomedical engineering (with a focus on medical imaging) and medical informatics.

This book informs the reader about applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and nature-inspired algorithms in different situations. Each chapter in this book is written by topic experts on AI, nature-inspired algorithms and data science. The basic concepts relevant to these topics are explained, including evolutionary computing (EC), artificial neural networks (ANN), swarm intelligence (SI), and fuzzy systems (FS). Additionally, the book also covers optimization algorithms for data analysis. The contents include algorithms that can be used in systems designed for plant science research, load balancing, environmental analysis and healthcare. The goal of the book is to equip the reader - students and data analysts - with the information needed to apply basic AI algorithms to resolve actual problems encountered in a professional environment.

Text Analysis with Python: A Research-Oriented Guide is a quick and comprehensive reference on text mining using python code. The main objective of the book is to equip the reader with the knowledge to apply various machine learning and deep learning techniques to text data. The book is organized into eight chapters which present the topic in a structured and progressive way. Key Features - Introduces the reader to Python programming and data processing - Introduces the reader to the preliminaries of natural language processing (NLP) - Covers data analysis and visualization using predefined python libraries and datasets - Teaches how to write text mining programs in Python - Includes text classification and clustering techniques - Informs the reader about different types of neural networks for text analysis - Includes advanced analytical techniques such as fuzzy logic and deep learning techniques - Explains concepts in a simplified and structured way that is ideal for learners - Includes References for further reading Text Analysis with Python: A Research-Oriented Guide is an ideal guide for students in data science and computer science courses, and for researchers and analysts who want to work on artificial intelligence projects that require the application of text mining and NLP techniques.

Blockchain, whether public or private, is capable enough to maintain the integrity of transactions by decentralizing the records for users. Many IoT companies are using blockchain technology to make the world a better-connected place. Businesses and researchers are exploring ways to make this technology increasingly efficient for IoT services. This volume presents the recent advances in these two technologies. Chapters explain the fundamentals of Blockchain and IoT, before explaining how these technologies, when merged together, provide a transparent, reliable, and secure model for data processing by intelligent devices in various domains. Readers will be able to understand how these technologies are making an impact on healthcare, supply chain management and electronic voting, to give a few examples. The 10 peer-reviewed book chapters have been contributed by scholars, researchers, academicians, and engineering professionals, and provide a comprehensive yet easily digestible update on Blockchain on IoT technology.

Augmented intelligence is an alternate approach of artificial intelligence (AI), which emphasizes AI’s assistive role. Augmented intelligence enhances human skills of reasoning in a robotic system or software by simulating expectancy, educational mining, problem solving, recollection, sequencing, and decision-making capabilities. It is based on a combination of techniques such as machine learning, deep learning and cognitive computing. This book explains artificial intelligence models that support assistive processes in different situations. The contributors aim to provide information to a diverse audience with groundbreaking developments in mathematical computing. The book presents 8 chapters on these topics: - Educational data mining in augmented reality virtual learning environment - Brain and computer interfaces - Tree-based tools for chemometric analysis of infrared spectra - Applications of deep learning in medical engineering - Bankruptcy prediction model using an enhanced boosting classifier - Reputation systems for mobile agent security - The crow search algorithm - COVID-19 diagnosis and treatment The contents attempt to integrate various facets of augmented Intelligence, by describing recent research developments and advanced topics of interest to academicians and researchers working on machine learning problems and AI.

Human-Computer Interaction and Beyond: Advances Towards Smart and Interconnected Environments is a 2-part book set which presents discoveries, innovative ideas, concepts, practical solutions, and novel applications of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and related disciplines such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, data mining, computer vision, and natural language processing. The book provides readers with information about HCI trends which are shaping the future of smart, interconnected urban and industrial environments. This is the second of the two volumes of the edited books. The chapters of this volume cover topics like ERP usability in educational settings, the role of AI in enhancing HCI functionality, usability of local mobile healthcare apps, analyzing the usage of social media apps and a review of HCI systems for disaster management and systems for tracking traffic safety violations. Contributions are authored by experts and scientists in the field of HCI and its interrelated disciplines from 9 different countries – Albania, China, India, Indonesia, Nigeria, Pakistan, Spain, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Human-Computer Interaction and Beyond: Advances Towards Smart and Interconnected Environments is an informative reference for scientists, researchers, and developers in both academia and industry who wish to learn, design, implement, and apply these emerging technologies in HCI in different sectors, with the goal of realizing futuristic technology-driven living and functional smart cities and environments.

Machine Learning and Its Application: A Quick Guide for Beginners aims to cover most of the core topics required for study in machine learning curricula included in university and college courses. The textbook introduces readers to central concepts in machine learning and artificial intelligence, which include the types of machine learning algorithms and the statistical knowledge required for devising relevant computer algorithms. The book also covers advanced topics such as deep learning and feature engineering. <p> Key features: <p> - 8 organized chapters on core concepts of machine learning for learners <p> - Accessible text for beginners unfamiliar with complex mathematical concepts <p> - Introductory topics are included, including supervised learning, unsupervised learning, reinforcement learning and predictive statistics <p> - Advanced topics such as deep learning and feature engineering provide additional information <p> - Introduces readers to python programming with examples of code for understanding and practice <p> - Includes a summary of the text and a dedicated section for references <p> Machine Learning and Its Application: A Quick Guide for Beginners is an essential book for students and learners who want to understand the basics of machine learning and equip themselves with the knowledge to write algorithms for intelligent data processing applications.

New technologies and computing methodologies are now used to address the existing issues of urban traffic systems. The development of computational intelligence methods such as machine learning and deep learning, enables engineers to find innovative solutions to guide traffic in order to reduce transportation and mobility problems in urban areas. &lt;p&gt; This volume, Computational Intelligence for Sustainable Transportation and Mobility, presents several computing models for intelligent transportation systems, which may hold the key to achieving sustainable development goals by optimizing traffic flow and minimizing associated risks. The book begins with the basic computational Intelligence techniques for traffic systems and explains its applications in vehicular traffic prediction, model optimization, behavior analysis, traffic density estimation, and more. The main objectives of this book are to present novel techniques developed, new technologies and computational intelligence for sustainable mobility and transportation solutions, as well as giving an understanding of some Industry 4.0 trends. &lt;p&gt; Readers will learn how to apply computational intelligence techniques such as multiagent systems (MAS), whale optimization, artificial Intelligence (AI), deep neural networks (DNNs) so that they can to develop algorithms, models, and approaches for sustainable transportation operations. &lt;p&gt; Key Features: &lt;p&gt; - Provides an overview of machine learning models and their optimization for intelligent transportation systems in urban areas &lt;p&gt; - Covers classification of traffic behavior &lt;p&gt; - Demonstrates the application of artificial immune system algorithms for traffic prediction &lt;p&gt; - Covers traffic density estimation using deep learning models &lt;p&gt; - Covers Fog and edge computing for intelligent transportation systems &lt;p&gt; - Gives an IoT and Industry 4.0 perspective about intelligent transportation systems to readers &lt;p&gt; - Presents a current perspective on an urban hyperloop system for India &lt;p&gt; This volume is essential reading for scholars and professionals involved in courses and training programs in the field of transportation, computer science, data science and applied machine learning.

This book provides an ideal foundation for readers to understand the application of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) techniques to expert systems in the healthcare sector. It starts with an introduction to the topic and presents chapters which progressively explain decision-making theory that helps solve problems which have multiple criteria that can affect the outcome of a decision. Key aspects of the subject such as machine learning in healthcare, prediction techniques, mathematical models and classification of healthcare problems are included along with chapters which delve in to advanced topics on data science (deep-learning, artificial neural networks, etc.) and practical examples (influenza epidemiology and retinoblastoma treatment analysis). Key Features: - Introduces readers to the basics of AI and ML in expert systems for healthcare - Focuses on a problem solving approach to the topic - Provides information on relevant decision-making theory and data science used in the healthcare industry - Includes practical applications of AI and ML for advanced readers - Includes bibliographic references for further reading The reference is an accessible source of knowledge on multi-criteria decision-support systems in healthcare for medical consultants, healthcare policy makers, researchers in the field of medical biotechnology, oncology and pharmaceutical research and development.

A variety of computing techniques have been developed in recent times in combination with emerging technologies. Such techniques, coupled with an increase in computing power, has given credence to an information based paradigm in many fields (also termed as informatics). Informatics computing has evolved into complex structures of heterogeneous methods involving multiple data processing applications. Research on new technologies also brings new tools to use along with continuous improvements in existing tools. This reference presents contributions that cover emerging computing techniques and their implementation in computer science, informatics and engineering, as well as other important topics that are often discussed in the modern computing environment. Chapters in this book are contributed by researchers, academicians and industry experts and inform readers about current computer technologies and applications. The topics covered in the book include, online privacy, internet gaming disorder, epidemiological modelling (including COVID-19), computer security and malware detection, document sentiment analysis, and project management. This book is an interesting update on new trends in computing techniques and applications for readers interested in the latest developments in computer science.