Publications by authors named "L Kaur"

This study introduces a comprehensive methodology for gathering datasets to recognize handwritten Punjabi alphabets, utilizing Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs) to capture the dynamic movement patterns inherent in handwriting. The approach considers the diverse writing styles found across Punjabi writers, which presents unique challenges due to regional variations in script. The dataset and collection system are designed to enhance recognition accuracy by harnessing this diversity.

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  • Leiomyomas are non-cancerous tumors of the uterine smooth muscle that can have various forms and are known to undergo secondary changes, sometimes resembling more serious conditions.
  • A rare type called cotyledonoid dissecting leiomyoma (CDL) can appear as large, abnormal masses, leading to misdiagnosis as cancer due to its size and complexity.
  • The article includes a case study of a 65-year-old woman with CDL, highlighting the need for awareness among healthcare professionals to prevent unnecessary aggressive treatments.
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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) provides detailed structural information of the internal body organs and soft tissue regions of a patient in clinical diagnosis for disease detection, localization, and progress monitoring. MRI scanner hardware manufacturers incorporate various post-acquisition image-processing techniques into the scanner's computer software tools for different post-processing tasks. These tools provide a final image of adequate quality and essential features for accurate clinical reporting and predictive interpretation for better treatment planning.

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  • Researchers developed a transformation system using Agrobacterium to study gene function in grass pea (Lathyrus sativus), which is known for its protein-rich seeds but has limitations due to a neurotoxin present in the plant.
  • They focused on the role of an enzyme called oxalyl-CoA synthetase (OCS) in oxalate metabolism, which is crucial for understanding β-ODAP production, the neurotoxin linked to health issues.
  • Their experiments demonstrated that modifying the LsOCS gene can help manage oxalate levels without increasing toxic compound levels, suggesting that this genome editing approach can efficiently enhance desirable traits in grass pea cultivation.
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Key frame extraction is very important in video summarization and content-based video analysis to address the problem of data redundancy in a video. Key frame extraction enables quick navigation and expert video arrangement in many applications. The visually impaired can benefit from the use of key frame extraction for rapid object recognition and tracking.

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