Deep Learning in Biomedical Image and Signal Processing: Recent Advancements and Applications

A special issue of Diagnostics (ISSN 2075-4418). This special issue belongs to the section "Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence in Diagnostics".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 June 2025 | Viewed by 761

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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue aims to highlight the latest advancements in and innovative applications to deep learning in biomedical image and signal processing. We welcome original research articles, reviews, and perspectives that explore the development and application of deep learning algorithms for various tasks, including the following:

Image analysis: The segmentation, registration, classification, detection, and quantification of anatomical structures, lesions, and biomarkers from medical images (e.g., CT, MRI, PET, ultrasound, and microscopy).

Signal processing: The analysis and interpretation of physiological signals (e.g., ECG, EEG, EMG, and PPG) for disease diagnosis, monitoring, and prediction.

Multimodal data fusion: The integration of information from multiple imaging modalities and/or physiological signals for improved diagnostic accuracy and personalized medicine.

Explainable AI: The development of interpretable deep learning models to enhance trust and transparency in clinical decision making.

Clinical translation: The evaluation of the clinical impact and utility of deep learning algorithms in real-world settings.

Biomarker discovery and validation: Machine learning and deep learning approaches for identifying and validating novel biomarkers for early disease detection, prognosis, and treatment response prediction.

Predictive modeling and risk assessment: AI-based models for predicting disease progression, treatment outcomes, and identifying high-risk individuals for targeted interventions.

This Special Issue will provide a valuable resource for researchers, clinicians, and industry professionals interested in the latest developments in deep learning for biomedical applications.

Dr. Narinder Singh Punn
Guest Editor

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Keywords

  • deep learning
  • biomedical image
  • signal processing
  • multimodal data fusion
  • explainable AI

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Decoding Pain: A Comprehensive Review of Computational Intelligence Methods in Electroencephalography-Based Brain–Computer Interfaces
by Hadeel Alshehri, Abeer Al-Nafjan and Mashael Aldayel
Diagnostics 2025, 15(3), 300; https://doi.org/10.3390/diagnostics15030300 - 27 Jan 2025
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Objective pain evaluation is crucial for determining appropriate treatment strategies in clinical settings. Studies have demonstrated the potential of using brain–computer interface (BCI) technology for pain classification and detection. Collating knowledge and insights from prior studies, this review explores the extensive work on [...] Read more.
Objective pain evaluation is crucial for determining appropriate treatment strategies in clinical settings. Studies have demonstrated the potential of using brain–computer interface (BCI) technology for pain classification and detection. Collating knowledge and insights from prior studies, this review explores the extensive work on pain detection based on electroencephalography (EEG) signals. It presents the findings, methodologies, and advancements reported in 20 peer-reviewed articles that utilize machine learning and deep learning (DL) approaches for EEG-based pain detection. We analyze various ML and DL techniques, support vector machines, random forests, k-nearest neighbors, and convolution neural network recurrent neural networks and transformers, and their effectiveness in decoding pain neural signals. The motivation for combining AI with BCI technology lies in the potential for significant advancements in the real-time responsiveness and adaptability of these systems. We reveal that DL techniques effectively analyze EEG signals and recognize pain-related patterns. Moreover, we discuss advancements and challenges associated with EEG-based pain detection, focusing on BCI applications in clinical settings and functional requirements for effective pain classification systems. By evaluating the current research landscape, we identify gaps and opportunities for future research to provide valuable insights for researchers and practitioners. Full article
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