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Development of software for digital image processing for analysis of neuroangiogenesis

The process of formation, growth and distribution of vessels within the developing central nervous system is difficult to analyze due to the complexity of the paths and branches within the system. The study of images of this area poses particular problems because the high levels of noise, blurring a...

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Published in:Journal of physics. Conference series 2011-12, Vol.332 (1), p.012031-7
Main Authors: Gonzalez, M A, Ballarin, V L, Celín, A R, Rapacioli, M, López-Costa, J J, Flores, V
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Language:English
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Summary:The process of formation, growth and distribution of vessels within the developing central nervous system is difficult to analyze due to the complexity of the paths and branches within the system. The study of images of this area poses particular problems because the high levels of noise, blurring and poor contrast often prevent the objects of interest detected correctly. The design of algorithms for digital image processing suitable for this type of imagery remains a constant challenge. The aim of this work is to develop a computer tool to assist the specialist in processing these images. This paper proposes the use of morphological grayscale reconstruction and other morphological operators in order to segment the images properly. The results show that the algorithms allow a suitable segmentation of the objects of interest. Moreover, the interface developed for processing enables easy and simple analysis of them by the specialists.
ISSN:1742-6596
1742-6588
1742-6596
DOI:10.1088/1742-6596/332/1/012031