Nicolai Petkov Nicolai Petkov
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A neural mechanism in areas V1 and V2 of visual cortex, known as surround suppression or non-classical receptive field inhibition, gave inspiration for a texture suppression algorithm that improves the detection of object contours in cluttered scenes. more... |
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An algorithm inspired by the function of a specific type of shape-slective neuron in area V4 of visual cortex is very effective in the detection of vascular bifurcations in retinal fundus images. more... |
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In a joint project with the Department of Dermatology of the University Medical Center Groningen and the Netherlands Association for Dermatology and Vennerology we develop an automatic diagnosis support system that deploys content-based image retrieval and other intelligent systems techniques. |
Pattern recognition in ophthamology
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Retinal funds images give a unique opportunity to take a non-invasive look at the state of the vascular system of people. The analysis of the retinal vascular tree can reveal increased risks for cardio-vascular diseases. We replace a tedious manual process by automatic computer analysis. more... |
Computer support for schizophrenic patients
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In a joint project with the group Distributed Systems and the Department of Psychiatry we create a system that will help schizophrenic patients and their families. |
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In the past, my research concerned the development of systolic algorithms. I wrote two monographs on this topic.
There are no vacant positions under my supervision at this moment.
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