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GIS - An Overview of Applications is a compilation of reviews that give an overview of the latest advances in Geographic Information System (GIS) technology. The multidisciplinary nature of the book gives readers perspectives in research fields as diverse as forest management, land use and cover, tourism, environment impact assessment, climate change studies, biodiversity and health care and mobility studies. The book is a suitable reference for graduates involved in data engineering and GIS courses as well as working professionals in the field of data engineering, analysis and management.

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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.

Intelligent Computational Systems presents current and future developments in intelligent computational systems in a multi-disciplinary context. Readers will learn about the pervasive and ubiquitous roles of artificial intelligence (AI) and gain a perspective about the need for intelligent systems to behave rationally when interacting with humans in complex and realistic domains. This reference covers widespread applications of AI discussed in 11 chapters which cover topics such as AI and behavioral simulations, AI schools, automated negotiation, language analysis and learning, financial prediction, sensor management, Multi-agent systems, and much more. This reference work is will assist researchers, advanced-level students and practitioners in information technology and computer science fields interested in the broad applications of AI.

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.

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.

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.