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Impact of Multiscale Retinex Computation on Performance of Segmentation Algorithms

Classical segmentation algorithms subdivide an image into its constituent components based upon some metric that defines commonality between pixels. Often, these metrics incorporate some measure of "activity" in the scene, e.g. the amount of detail that is in a region. The Multiscale Retinex with Color Restoration (MSRCR) is a general purpose, non-linear image enhancement algorithm that significantly affects the brightness, contrast and sharpness within an image. In this paper, we will analyze the impact the MSRCR has on segmentation results and performance.

Rahman, Zia-ur↗

Somatic Mutation Analysis in Spaceflight: NASA Twins Genome Study

The NASA Twins Genome Study investigates the effects of spaceflight on somatic mutation accumulation by comparing genome-wide sequence data from a spaceflight astronaut and his Earth-bound twin. Utilizing advanced computational software on high performance computers, this study identifies and maps somatic mutations, with implications for understanding spaceflight-associated health risks, including cancer, neurodegeneration, and cardiovascular disease. The findings aim to bridge rodent and human space research, offering insights into tissue-specific pathophysiology, risk models, and potential therapeutic interventions.

somatic mutation↗