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Special Issue on Audio, Speech and Music Processing and Analysis

We are excited to announce that members of the SIPPRE Research Group are serving as Guest Editors for a special issue of the journal Electronics, titled:

“Recent Advances in Audio, Speech, and Music Processing and Analysis”

This special issue aims to highlight state-of-the-art research in audio, speech, and music processing, focusing on emerging applications, algorithms, and systems. Topics of interest include:

  • Speech recognition, speaker verification, and voice synthesis.
  • Audio compression and noise cancelation.
  • Music information retrieval and recommendation systems.
  • Autonomous and semi-autonomous computer musicians.

Guest Editors:

  • Dr. Athanasios Koutras (University of the Peloponnese, Greece)
  • Dr. Chrisoula Alexandraki (Hellenic Mediterranean University, Greece)

Submission Details:

  • Deadline: January 15, 2025
  • Impact Factor: 2.6
  • CiteScore: 5.3

This is an excellent opportunity for researchers and practitioners to disseminate innovative work in the field of audio, speech, and music processing. Accepted manuscripts will be published open-access, ensuring global visibility and accessibility.

For more information and manuscript submissions, visit the Special Issue Page.

We look forward to your contributions to this exciting field of research!

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Announcement: Special Issue Guest Edited by SIPPRE Lab Members

We are delighted to announce that members of the SIPPRE Research Group are serving as Guest Editors for a special issue of the journal Applied Sciences, titled:

“Diagnosis of Medical Imaging”

This special issue focuses on the latest advancements in medical imaging, including novel techniques, machine-learning approaches, and innovative diagnostic tools that push the boundaries of healthcare technology.

Guest Editors:

Dr. Athanasios Koutras, Dr. Evangelos Dermatas, Dr. Ioanna Christoyianni, Dr. George Apostolopoulos

Submission Details:

  • Deadline: April 20, 2025
  • Impact Factor: 2.5
  • CiteScore: 5.3

We invite researchers, practitioners, and industry professionals to contribute their work and share insights into this exciting field. Accepted papers will be published in an open-access format, ensuring maximum visibility and accessibility.

For more information and to submit your manuscript, visit the Special Issue Page.

We look forward to receiving your contributions and advancing the field of medical imaging together!

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Keynote Speech by Prof. Athanasios Koutras at the IEEE EMBS SAC Summer/Winter School

We are proud to announce that Prof. Athanasios Koutras, Associate Professor at the Electrical & Computer Engineering Department, University of Peloponnese, and founder of the SIPPRE Lab, will be delivering a keynote speech at the prestigious IEEE EMBS SAC Summer/Winter School.

🗓️ Date: Wednesday, September 25, 2024
🕖 Time: 07:00 PM – 08:00 PM (GMT+9, JST Time Zone)
🎙️ Title: “Integrating Generative AI into BCI: Transforming Healthcare with Intelligent Systems”

During this session, Prof. Koutras will explore the fascinating intersection of Generative AI and Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCI), highlighting how these technologies are shaping the future of healthcare. Key topics include:

  • How BCIs translate brain signals into commands for neural rehabilitation and communication devices.
  • The role of Generative AI in enhancing signal processing and neural decoding.
  • Applications in neuroprosthetics, augmented reality (AR), and virtual reality (VR).
  • Ethical considerations and the need for interdisciplinary collaboration in this evolving field.

This keynote promises to provide deep insights into how AI-powered BCIs are revolutionizing healthcare, offering personalized treatments and improved outcomes for individuals with motor disabilities.

Join us for this exciting session to learn more about the transformative potential of Generative AI and BCIs in healthcare innovation!

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Sound and Music Processing Workshop

We are thrilled to announce the Sound and Music Processing Workshop, that will be held on Thursday, September 19, 2024, in Room K0.04. The workshop will showcase the exceptional projects created by students for the course Sound and Music Processing, under the supervision of Prof. Athanasios Koutras.

The presentations will cover a diverse range of innovative topics, including:

  • Emotion-based music playlist creation.
  • Heart function issue detection using heartbeat recordings.
  • Analysis of binaural sounds and their effects on brain activity through EEG recordings.
  • AI-driven digital assistants for text reading and tourism.
  • Speech synthesis and recognition using NVIDIA’s RIVA system.
  • Platforms for song feature extraction and visualization from Spotify data.

We are proud to share that all workshop papers, source code, and presentation files will be available in the SIPPRE Lab’s repository and the Lab’s GitHub page, enabling further exploration and learning for the broader community.

Congratulations to all the students for their outstanding creativity and dedication in developing these remarkable projects. These achievements reflect the spirit of innovation and collaboration fostered within the SIPPRE Lab.

Stay tuned for updates and access to the workshop materials!

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Prof. Athanasios Koutras Joins IEEE EMBS SAC Student Mentoring Program

We are delighted to announce that Prof. Athanasios Koutras, Associate Professor at the University of Peloponnese, is participating as a mentor in the IEEE EMBS SAC Student Mentoring Program (SMP) 2024.

Prof. Koutras is guiding Dimitris Fotopoulos, a PhD student and researcher, in an innovative project aimed at developing a Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) game. The project focuses on creating a gamified application that uses EEG data to train users in recognizing imaginary movements, incorporating real-time ERD/ERS feedback.

Project Highlights:

  • Objective: Develop an interactive training environment to advance user proficiency in BCI systems.
  • Tools: Python, MNE Tools, Brainflow, and PyGame.
  • Features: A real-time feedback mechanism, calibration phases, and intuitive game scenarios to guide users through various imaginary movement tasks.
  • Goal: Deliver a fully functional BCI game by February 2025.

Prof. Koutras’s involvement in this program underscores his commitment to advancing BCI research and mentoring the next generation of researchers. Congratulations to Prof. Koutras and Dimitris Fotopoulos for embarking on this exciting journey!

Stay tuned for updates as this project progresses.

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Presentation of Forecasting Book at the 51st Book Festival

We are excited to share that Prof. Athanasios Koutras and Prof. Ioannis Nikas presented their Greek translation of the book “Forecasting: Principles and Practice” by George Athanasopoulos and Rob J. Hyndman at the prestigious 51st Book Festival in Athens.

📅 Date: Tuesday, September 12, 2023
🕒 Time: 21:30–22:30
📍 Location: Maria Polydouri Stage, Pedion tou Areos

This event was part of the cultural activities at Greece’s largest book celebration, featuring over 210 publishers, 275 booths, and 180 cultural events. The presentation focused on the book’s essential insights into forecasting methodologies, their practical applications, and its role as a vital resource for professionals and students alike.

We thank the University of Patras Publications and the organizers of the 51st Book Festival for the opportunity to highlight this important work.

Stay tuned for more updates on our ongoing contributions to the academic and literary community!

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Keynote Presentation by Prof. Athanasios Koutras at IEEE-SB-UoP Summer School

We are delighted to announce that Prof. Athanasios Koutras, Associate Professor at the University of Peloponnese and founder of the SIPPRE Lab, delivered a keynote presentation titled:

“Revolutionizing Healthcare: The Power of AI in Saving Lives”

at the IEEE Student Branch UoP Summer School, held from May 24 to May 26, 2023, in Patras, Greece.

The presentation explored the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare, with a focus on:

  • Applications in medical imaging for improved diagnostics and early disease detection.
  • Recent advances in AI-driven systems for personalized medicine and predictive healthcare.
  • Ethical challenges and the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in the evolving landscape of AI in healthcare.
  • Research contributions from the SIPPRE Lab, including innovative work on biomedical signal processing and Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs).

This engaging talk offered attendees a deep dive into how AI is shaping the future of healthcare and enhancing patient outcomes.

Congratulations to Prof. Koutras for sharing his expertise and inspiring the next generation of researchers and engineers!

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Διαδικτυακή ακουστική αξιολόγηση συναισθήματος της Ελληνικής Παραδοσιακής Μουσικής

Διαδικτυακή ακουστική αξιολόγηση συναισθήματος της Ελληνικής Παραδοσιακής Μουσικής

Μετά από μεγάλη προσπάθεια ετοιμάσαμε  με την ομάδα μας, μια πρωτότυπη έρευνα σχετική με την Αξιολόγηση του Συναισθήματος που προκαλεί η Παραδοσιακή Ελληνική Μουσική.

Μπορείτε να συμμετάσχετε στην έρευνα μας αφιερώνοντας πολύ λίγα λεπτά από τον χρόνο σας απαντώντας στο ερωτηματολόγιο που θα βρείτε στον σύνδεσμο: http://emotion.dyndns-server.com/home.html.

Στη σελίδα που δημιουργήσαμε θα βρείτε λεπτομέρειες της έρευνας αλλά και τις μουσικές λίστες με παραδοσιακά Ελληνικά τραγούδια από όλες τις περιοχές της Ελλάδας για τα οποία ζητάμε να σημειώσετε το συναίσθημα που σας δημιουργεί η ακρόαση τους. Οι απαντήσεις σας θα βοηθήσουν σε πολύ μεγάλο βαθμό την ερευνητική μας μελέτη.

Η έρευνα και η μελέτη αυτή διενεργείται στα πλαίσια της εκπόνησης πτυχιακής εργασίας με επιβλέποντα Καθηγητή τον Δρ. Κούτρα Αθανάσιο. Σημειώνεται ότι κανένα προσωπικό στοιχείο δεν θα αποθηκευτεί και δεν θα χρησιμοποιηθεί στα πλαίσια της έρευνας αυτής.

Ευχαριστούμε πολύ για το χρόνο σας.

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