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- research-articleNovember 2024
A Platform for Connectivity and Synergy between Parents and Teachers of Children with Autism
ACM Journal on Computing and Sustainable Societies (ACMJCSS), Volume 2, Issue 4Article No.: 45, Pages 1–30https://doi.org/10.1145/3696434Collaboration between parents and teachers of Children with Autism (CWA) is emphasized for effective education while the communication gap between both sides impedes it. The lack of specially designed tools to supplement the collaboration process in low-...
- research-articleJuly 2024
Population-based detection of children ASD/ADHD comorbidity from atypical sensory processing
- Manuel Fernández-Delgado,
- Sara Cruz,
- Eva Cernadas,
- Heba Alateyat,
- María Tubío-Fungueiriño,
- Adriana Sampaio,
- Angel Carracedo,
- Montse Fernández-Prieto
Applied Intelligence (KLU-APIN), Volume 54, Issue 20Pages 9906–9923https://doi.org/10.1007/s10489-024-05655-zAbstractComorbidity between neurodevelopmental disorders is common, especially between autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). This study aimed to detect overlapped sensory processing alterations in a sample of ...
- research-articleJuly 2024
Automated ASD detection in children from raw speech using customized STFT-CNN model
- Kurma Venkata Keerthana Sai,
- Rompicharla Thanmayee Krishna,
- Kodali Radha,
- Dhulipalla Venkata Rao,
- Abdul Muneera
International Journal of Speech Technology (SPIJST), Volume 27, Issue 3Pages 701–716https://doi.org/10.1007/s10772-024-10131-7AbstractAutism spectrum disorder (ASD), a prevalent neurodevelopmental condition impacting cognitive, communicative, and behavioral aspects, typically manifests in early childhood due to genetic, environmental, and immunological factors. Employing a novel ...
- ArticleJuly 2024
Open Sesame! Use of Headphones at Work Considering Social Acceptance
Computers Helping People with Special NeedsPages 420–429https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-62849-8_52AbstractFocus is crucial for high performance in jobs requiring advanced cognitive tasks. Office environments often have high ambient noise and sudden sounds that distract workers. While headphones with Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) can mitigate these ...
- ArticleJune 2024
Unlocking Opportunities: Empowering Autistic Adults in Vocational Training and Employment Through Assistive Technologies
Universal Access in Human-Computer InteractionPages 32–46https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-60884-1_3AbstractThis paper explores the challenges faced by autistic individuals in vocational training and their transition to the general labor market in Germany. It focuses on how assistive technologies (AT) can enhance their employment prospects. The research ...
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- research-articleJuly 2024
A metagenome-wide association study of gut microbiome in patients with AMD, ASD, RA, T2D & VKH diseases
Computational Biology and Chemistry (COBC), Volume 110, Issue Chttps://doi.org/10.1016/j.compbiolchem.2024.108076AbstractClinical studies have already illustrated the associations between gut microbes and diseases, yet fundamental questions remain unclear that how we can universalize this knowledge. Considering the important role of human gut microbial composition ...
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Highlights- Metagenomics provides a way to analyze and understand the microbes and their role in a community manner.
- Disease-specific gut microbiome study may help to understand disease-specific microbial diversity and microbial shifting.
- Five ...
- Work in ProgressMay 2024
DentAR: Innovating Dental Visits with Sensory Experiences in AR for People with Autism Spectrum Disorder
CHI EA '24: Extended Abstracts of the CHI Conference on Human Factors in Computing SystemsArticle No.: 99, Pages 1–7https://doi.org/10.1145/3613905.3650926In dental clinics, individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) often face heightened anxiety and discomfort due to Sensory Processing Disorders (SPD), exacerbated by the clinical environment. This study introduces DentAR, an Augmented Reality (AR) ...
- research-articleMay 2024Honorable Mention
“It looks useful, works just fine, but will it replace me ?" Understanding Special Educators’ Perception of Social Robots for Autism Care in India
CHI '24: Proceedings of the 2024 CHI Conference on Human Factors in Computing SystemsArticle No.: 401, Pages 1–23https://doi.org/10.1145/3613904.3642836Social robots, particularly in assisting children with autism, have exhibited positive impacts on mental health. While prior studies concentrated on social robots in the Global North, there’s limited exploration in the Global South. It’s essential to ...
- research-articleJune 2024
Improving potato above ground biomass estimation combining hyperspectral data and harmonic decomposition techniques
Computers and Electronics in Agriculture (COEA), Volume 218, Issue Chttps://doi.org/10.1016/j.compag.2024.108699Highlights:- The AGB estimation performance of ASD and UHD185 was compared.
- HD was employed to improve spectral sensitivity to AGB.
- The AGB spatial distribution map was created.
Accurately estimating potato above-ground biomass (AGB), which is closely associated with the growth and yield of crops, carries significant importance for guiding field management practices. Hyperspectral techniques have emerged as a powerful ...
- research-articleMarch 2024
MOLHEM: An innovative android application with an interactive avatar-based chatbot for Arab children with ASD
Education and Information Technologies (KLU-EAIT), Volume 29, Issue 13Pages 17565–17599https://doi.org/10.1007/s10639-024-12547-9AbstractThe teaching of children with Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in Arabic-speaking countries depends mainly on the traditional techniques which are limited and outdated. On the other hand, smartphone applications (apps) have become an essential part ...
- review-articleFebruary 2024
Do it the transformer way: A comprehensive review of brain and vision transformers for autism spectrum disorder diagnosis and classification
Computers in Biology and Medicine (CBIM), Volume 167, Issue Chttps://doi.org/10.1016/j.compbiomed.2023.107667AbstractAutism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a condition observed in children who display abnormal patterns of interaction, behavior, and communication with others. Despite extensive research efforts, the underlying causes of this neurodevelopmental ...
Highlights- Discusses 2020 transformers like BiT, ViT for ASD classification & their transfer learning practicality.
- Recommends an ASD diagnosis framework using brain transformers.
- Explores brain transformers on MRI datasets; delves into deep ...
- research-articleMarch 2024
Brain network similarity using k-cores
ASONAM '23: Proceedings of the 2023 IEEE/ACM International Conference on Advances in Social Networks Analysis and MiningPages 575–582https://doi.org/10.1145/3625007.3627318Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is extensively studied by medical practitioners, health researchers, and educators. ASD symptoms appear in early childhood, within the first two years of life, but diagnosing it remains challenging due to its complex and ...
- research-articleOctober 2023
Towards using Digital Phenotypes in Mobile Tactile Stimulation for Children with ASD
UbiComp/ISWC '23 Adjunct: Adjunct Proceedings of the 2023 ACM International Joint Conference on Pervasive and Ubiquitous Computing & the 2023 ACM International Symposium on Wearable ComputingPages 597–601https://doi.org/10.1145/3594739.361132486% of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) exhibit tactile impairments. Recent research has shown Mobile Tactile Stimulation is effective as a sensory processing therapy for children with ASD. The amount of time, duration, and intensity of ...
- research-articleFebruary 2024
Prior-based 3D U-Net: A model for knee-cartilage segmentation in MRI images
Computers and Graphics (CGRS), Volume 115, Issue CPages 167–180https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cag.2023.07.008AbstractIn knee-joint magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), articular cartilage is susceptible to artifacts and noise, making it difficult for a single image segmentation algorithm to achieve accurate segmentation. To overcome this challenge, we propose a 3D ...
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Highlights- Construct knee-joint average shape model (ASM) using its anatomical features.
- Map cartilage ASMs into newly input MRI images to use them as predicted cartilages.
- Propose Prior-based U-Net method composed of bone segments and ...
- ArticleMarch 2024
Technologies to Support Self-determination for People with Intellectual Disability and ASD
AbstractThis article focuses on the concept of self-determination and the design and validation of digital tools intended to promote the self-determination of vulnerable people. Self-determination is an essential skill for carrying out daily activities. ...
- research-articleJuly 2023
Guidelines for research and design of software for children with ASD in e-health
- Mariasole Bondioli,
- Maria Claudia Buzzi,
- Marina Buzzi,
- Stefano Chessa,
- Letizia Jaccheri,
- Caterina Senette,
- Susanna Pelagatti
Universal Access in the Information Society (UAIS), Volume 23, Issue 4Pages 1909–1930https://doi.org/10.1007/s10209-023-01013-xAbstractAutism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neuro-developmental disorder that results in narrow interest and impairments in communication and social relationships. Usually, unknown contexts generate anxiety and frustration in persons with ASD, and great ...
- ArticleJuly 2023
A Mobile Application to Dynamically Design Activities to Promote Personal Autonomy in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Usability Evaluation
AbstractAutism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by deficits in social communication, the presence of restricted interests, repetitive behaviors, and difficulty performing activities autonomously. Regarding children, ...
- ArticleJuly 2023
The Use of Explainable Sensor Systems in Classroom Settings - Teacher, Student and Parent Voices on the Value of Sensor Systems
- Zakia Batool Turabee,
- Sean Haddick,
- David J. Brown,
- Sarah Seymour Smith,
- Mufti Mahmud,
- Andrew Burton,
- Nicholas Shopland
Universal Access in Human-Computer InteractionPages 453–468https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-35897-5_33AbstractAI-TOP is an ongoing project funded by the European Union’s Erasmus+ program and is a collaboration between Nottingham Trent University and other universities throughout Europe. The intended outcome of the project is a platform that can be ...
- short-paperOctober 2023
Social benefit analysis of the Otto robot in therapies for children with ASD
- Fernanda Marques,
- Izamara Neves,
- Emelyn Fagundes,
- Elton Lima,
- Thais Kempner,
- Eunice P. Dos Santos Nunes,
- Luciana C. L. De Faria Borges
IMXw '23: Proceedings of the 2023 ACM International Conference on Interactive Media Experiences WorkshopsPages 23–26https://doi.org/10.1145/3604321.3604343This article aims to analyze the benefits and improvements in the life of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) brought through the use of the Otto robot during therapeutic sessions. The article explains how robotic therapy contributes to the ...