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Students Report from ACM MMsys 2023
Authors: Rossi Silvia 
Published: December 2024

The 14th ACM Multimedia Systems Conference (with the associated workshops: NOSSDAV 2023, MMVE 2023, and the first edition of GMSys 2023) took place from 7th - 10th June 2023 in Vancouver, Canada. The MMSys conference brings together researchers in multimedia systems to showcase and exchange their cutting-edge research findings. Once again, there were technical talks spanning various multimedia domains and inspiring keynote presentations. Participants had also the opportunity to further interact with colleagues while enjoying the sunset with a 360° view of Vancouver on the Lookout tower or during a dinner in the core of the rainforest. Additionally, this year's event included a special session dedicated to the memory of Dr. Kuan-Ta Chen, to honor his invaluable contributions to the multimedia community and to inspire the future generation of researches.
To encourage junior researchers to participate on-site, SIGMM has sponsored a group of students with Student Travel Grant Awards. For many of them, this was their first time presenting at an international conference, and it was a wonderful experience. In this article, the recipients of the travel grants share their experiences at MMSys 2023.
Video Interviews at ACM Multimedia 2022
Authors: Keighrey Conor , Rossi Silvia 
Published: December 2024

This column showcases a series of video interviews shooted at ACM Multimedia 2022.
Social media editors in chief (i.e., Silvia Rossi and Conor Keighrey) of the records interviewed the authors behind some of the most intriguing and compelling demos and artistic interactive artworks. Silvia and Conor have started this initiative and will continue, when possible, at conferences supported by SIGMM.
MPEG Column: 143rd MPEG Meeting in Geneva, Switzerland
Authors: Timmerer Christian 
Published: December 2024

The 143rd MPEG meeting took place in person in Geneva, Switzerland. The official press release can be accessed here and includes the following details:
•MPEG finalizes the Carriage of Uncompressed Video and Images in ISOBMFF
•MPEG reaches the First Milestone for two ISOBMFF Enhancements
•MPEG ratifies Third Editions of VVC and VSEI
•MPEG reaches the First Milestone of AVC (11th Edition) and HEVC Amendment
•MPEG Genomic Coding extended to support Joint Structured Storage and Transport of Sequencing Data, Annotation Data, and Metadata
•MPEG completes Reference Software and Conformance for Geometry-based Point Cloud Compression
We have adjusted the press release to suit the audience of ACM SIGMM and emphasized research on video technologies. This edition of the MPEG column centers around ISOBMFF and video codecs. As always, the column will conclude with an update on MPEG-DASH.
MPEG Column: 144th MPEG Meeting in Hannover, Germany
Authors: Timmerer Christian 
Published: December 2024

The 144th MPEG meeting was held in Hannover, Germany! For those interested, the press release is available with all the details. It's great to see progress being made in person (cf. also the group pictures below). The main outcome of this meeting is as follows:
•MPEG issues Call for Learning-Based Video Codecs for Study of Quality Assessment
•MPEG evaluates Call for Proposals on Feature Compression for Video Coding for Machines
•MPEG progresses ISOBMFF-related Standards for the Carriage of Network Abstraction Layer Video Data
•MPEG enhances the Support of Energy-Efficient Media Consumption
•MPEG ratifies the Support of Temporal Scalability for Geometry-based Point Cloud Compression
•MPEG reaches the First Milestone for the Interchange of 3D Graphics Formats
•MPEG announces Completion of Coding of Genomic Annotations
We have modified the press release to cater to the readers of ACM SIGMM Records and highlighted research on video technologies. This edition of the MPEG column focuses on MPEG Systems-related standards and visual quality assessment. As usual, the column will end with an update on MPEG-DASH.
Multi-echo acquisition and thermal denoising advances precision functional imaging
Authors: Moser Julia , Nelson Steven M. , Koirala Sanju , Madison Thomas J. , Labonte Alyssa K. , Carrasco Cristian Morales , Feczko Eric , Moore Lucille A. , Lundquist Jacob T. , Weldon Kimberly B. , Grimsrud Gracie , Hufnagle Kristina , Ahmed Weli , Myers Michael J. , Adeyemo Babatunde , Snyder Abraham Z. , Gordon Evan M. , Dosenbach Nico U.F. , Tervo-Clemmens Brenden , Larsen Bart , Moeller Steen , Yacoub Essa , Vizioli Luca , Uğurbil Kamil , Laumann Timothy O. , Sylvester Chad M. , Fair Damien A. 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
The characterization of individual functional brain organization with Precision Functional Mapping has provided important insights in recent years in adults. However, little is known about the ontogeny of inter-individual differences in brain functional organization during human development. Precise characterization of systems organization during periods of high plasticity is likely to be essential for discoveries promoting lifelong health. Obtaining precision functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) data during development has unique challenges that highlight the importance of establishing new methods to improve data acquisition, processing, and analysis. Here, we investigate two methods that can facilitate attaining this goal: multi-echo (ME) data acquisition and thermal noise removal with Noise Reduction with Distribution Corrected (NORDIC) principal component analysis. We applied these methods to precision fMRI data from adults, children, and newborn infants. In adults, both ME acquisitions and NORDIC increased temporal signal to noise ratio (tSNR) as well as the split-half reliability of functional connectivity matrices, with the combination helping more than either technique alone. The benefits of NORDIC denoising replicated in both our developmental samples. ME acquisitions revealed longer and more variable T2* relaxation times across the brain in infants relative to older children and adults, leading to major differences in the echo weighting for optimally combining ME data. This result suggests ME acquisitions may be a promising tool for optimizing developmental fMRI, albeit application in infants needs further investigation. The present work showcases methodological advances that improve Precision Functional Mapping in adults and developmental populations and, at the same time, highlights the need for further improvements in infant-specific fMRI.
Pacific New England: Reuben Tam's Archipelagic Landscapes
Authors: Shahi Kimia 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
Transit between far-flung islands shaped the life of Hawai'ian-born artist Reuben Tam: from his birthplace, Kauai, to Monhegan, his adopted home in Maine, and back. This essay explores how these archipelagic relations oriented Tam's landscape paintings towards the ocean's geophysical materiality, forging new painterly connections between Pacific and Atlantic worlds.
Utilizing an In-silico Approach to Pinpoint Potential Biomarkers for Enhanced Early Detection of Colorectal Cancer
Authors: Gharebaghi Alireza , Afshar Saeid , Tapak Leili , Ranjbar Hossein , Saidijam Massoud , Dinu Irina 
Published: December 2024

Objectives: Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a prevalent disease characterized by significant dysregulation of gene expression. Non-invasive tests that utilize microRNAs (miRNAs) have shown promise for early CRC detection. This study aims to determine the association between miRNAs and key genes in CRC. Methods: Two datasets (GSE106817 and GSE23878) were extracted from the NCBI Gene Expression Omnibus database. Penalized logistic regression (PLR) and artificial neural networks (ANN) were used to identify relevant miRNAs and evaluate the classification accuracy of the selected miRNAs. The findings were validated through bipartite miRNA-mRNA interactions. Results: Our analysis identified 3 miRNAs: miR-1228, miR-6765-5p, and miR-6787-5p, achieving a total accuracy of over 90%. Based on the results of the mRNA-miRNA interaction network, CDK1 and MAD2L1 were identified as target genes of miR-6787-5p. Conclusions: Our results suggest that the identified miRNAs and target genes could serve as non-invasive biomarkers for diagnosing colorectal cancer, pending laboratory confirmation.
Effect of a Modern Palaeolithic Diet in Combination with a Sprint Interval Training on Metabolic and Performance-Related Parameters in Male Athletes: A Pilot Trial
Authors: Zdzieblik Denise , Waldvogel Tobias , Zierke Anna , Gollhofer Albert , König Daniel 
Published: December 2024

Background: Although a palaeolithic diet promotes healthier food choices that aid in weight management and reduce cardiovascular risks, its effectiveness in endurance sports is still debated due to its typically low carbohydrate content. Objective: This study examined the impact of a 6-week palaeolithic diet (PD-G) versus a mixed diet (MD-G), both paired with Sprint interval training (SIT), on various metabolic and performance-related parameters. Methods: Body composition, time trial (TT) performance (covered distance during a 60-minute run on a 400-metre track) and changes in metabolic (respiratory exchange ratio [RER], substrate oxidation rates) and performance-related (time at ventilatory threshold [VT] and respiratory compensation point [RCP], maximum oxygen uptake (V̇O2max) and time to exhaustion [TTE]) parameters during a ramp incremental running test were assessed in 14 male endurance athletes. Additionally, Gastrointestinal Quality of Life index (GLQI) and perceptual responses to the diets [visual analogue scale (VAS)] were measured. Results: After 6 weeks, both groups improved in TTE and distance covered in the 60-minute TT, without significant group differences. In the PD-G body weight, fat mass and systolic and diastolic blood pressure decreased. At rest, RER and carbohydrate oxidation significantly decreased in the PD-G, with a tendency towards significance during exercise, while changes in fat oxidation rates were not statistically significant at rest and throughout the exercise test; in contrast, the MD-G exhibited smaller changes across these parameters. Conclusion: In this investigation, a palaeolithic diet in combination with SIT appeared to have positive effects on fat mass, blood pressure and substrate utilization under resting conditions in a group of male endurance athletes. However, based on the current findings for performance metrics, a palaeolithic diet cannot be recommended unreservedly for healthy endurance athletes.
Assessment of cardiovascular diagnoses associated with telemedicine during and after the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Shan Rongzi , Patel Neeja , Chen Jenny Y , Cho David 
Published: December 2024

Background The COVID-19 pandemic led to widespread adoption of telemedicine, which has persisted in healthcare delivery. Objective We aimed to characterize telemedicine use in ambulatory cardiology clinics over two years following the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods Retrospective cross-sectional study from 16 March 2020 to 27 June 2022 in a single-center ambulatory cardiology clinic and telemedicine visits. Mixed effects logistic regression was used to model the association of diagnosis class (based on International Classification of Disease 10th Revision codes) with whether an encounter was scheduled as telemedicine, adjusting for age, sex, race, ethnicity, date, and zip code. This was performed for telemedicine and in-office encounters across 15 University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) Health System ambulatory cardiology clinics. Results The analysis included 76,127 patients (49.60% women, age 61.5 ± 17.30 years, 57.27% white, 12.25% Hispanic, 81.79% with zip code in a UCLA Health service area) over 255,674 encounters. Each patient had a median of two encounters (range 1–81). Of all encounters, 29,154 (11.40%) were scheduled as telemedicine. Telemedicine was more likely used in the management of chronic conditions, especially metabolic disorders (adjusted OR [aOR] 2.36, 95% CI 2.19–2.54) and cardiomyopathies (aOR 2.16, 95% CI 1.99–2.34), than for evaluation of undifferentiated signs/symptoms. Telemedicine was less likely used for general exam/screening (aOR 0.49, 95% CI 0.44–0.56) and heart transplant (aOR 0.51, 95% CI 0.40–0.64). Conclusion Among the outpatient encounters in this study, the most established use case for telemedicine in cardiology was for care of chronic cardiovascular conditions among nontransplant patients, suggesting that future telemedicine expansion should be targeted toward the most appropriate clinical scenarios.
Exploring urinary incontinence in hospitalised older women: A mixed methods investigation of prevalence and nurse perspectives
Authors: McMillan Isobel , Doxford-Hook Liz , Wood Julie , Fu Yu , McGowan Linda , Iles-Smith Heather 
Published: December 2024

Background: Approximately 40% of older women in the community report experiencing urinary incontinence (UI); prevalence within secondary care is unknown. Illness, comorbidities, and hospital environments are likely to lead to higher prevalence. Objectives: This study aimed to establish UI prevalence in older women admitted to hospitals and understand the views and knowledge of ward nurses in relation to older women’s UI. Design: An explanatory mixed methods study was conducted including a retrospective study of women ⩾55 years admitted to a large NHS hospital and qualitative interviews with nurses to gain an understanding of views, knowledge and perceptions of women’s UI and related care. Method: UI prevalence was determined using the nursing assessment (elimination) and International Classification of Diseases 10th Revision (ICD-10) codes for women ⩾55 years admitted to the hospital (November 2019 to February 2020); continence and demographic electronic patient care records data were extracted. Twenty ward nurses participated in interviews to explore views, knowledge and perceptions of UI care. Results: 11.0% ( n = 631) of the cohort (5,757) were recorded as having UI. Nurse interviews revealed six themes: (1) Normalisation and misconceptions of UI: nurses believed UI could not be improved, (2) limited knowledge and training: nurses expressed limited UI knowledge and a training need, (3) pad culture: continence pad use was high, (4) barriers to care: staffing issues were expressed as problematic, (5) UI under-reporting: nurses only categorised women with complete UI and others as “having an accident”, (6) catheter use in relation to UI: catheters were reported as a last resort. Conclusion: As community UI prevalence is 40%, our results (11%) suggest that UI is being underreported. Qualitative findings suggest that nurses have limited knowledge and training on continence care and under-report based on UI misconceptions. Our results suggest that ward nurses require dedicated UI training based on older women’s needs.
The social, cultural, and health context of controlling behavior and emotional intimate partner violence among adolescent girls and young women living with human immunodeficiency virus in Uganda: A qualitative study
Authors: Ogbonnaya Ijeoma Nwabuzor , Nantongo Molly , Naigino Rose , Marsiglia Flavio F , Stockman Jamila K , Nakigudde Janet , Wanyenze Rhoda K , Wechsberg Wendee M , Kiene Susan M 
Published: December 2024

Background: Many adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) report intimate partner violence (IPV), including emotional IPV and controlling behavior. Yet, few studies have examined the association between these forms of IPV and health outcomes among AGYW living with HIV. Objectives: We conducted an exploratory qualitative study to understand the contexts in which controlling behavior and emotional IPV might impact the health of AGYW living with HIV in Uganda. Design: We used a participatory action research design involving community stakeholders (health workers, program managers of non-governmental organizations serving IPV survivors, and AGYW living with HIV). Methods: Data were collected through in-depth interviews and focus groups. We analyzed data using an inductive thematic analysis approach. Results: The following four themes related to different dimensions of controlling behavior and emotional IPV among AGYW living with HIV emerged from the data: (1) age-related controlling behavior and emotional IPV; (2) HIV-related controlling behavior and emotional IPV; (3) isolation-type controlling behavior and poor HIV health; (4) financial control and poor HIV health. Embedded throughout the four themes were issues related to male partners’ misuse of power. Conclusion: AGYW living with HIV experience unique forms of emotional IPV and controlling behavior that impede their ability to remain healthy. Inequitable gender norms may further increase the risk of emotional IPV and controlling behavior among AGYW living with HIV. Couples-based interventions that build healthy relationship skills and offer social support may help to reduce these forms of IPV.
The effect of Medicaid expansion on female gynecologic cancer-related inpatient admissions
Authors: Salehian Shiva , Preston Michael , Cunningham Peter , Bandyopadhyay Dipankar , Taylor Emmanuel 
Published: December 2024

Background: Mortality rate of female gynecologic cancer is higher among individuals without affordable health insurance. Objectives: We determined the impact of Medicaid expansion on the number of female gynecologic-related cancer inpatient admissions in Virginia (VA) relative to North Carolina (NC), the latter of which did not expand Medicaid. Design: This quasi-experimental study was restricted to women between 18 and 64 years old admitted to general, acute, and short-term hospitals with gynecologic cancer. Methods: We used Poisson fixed-effect event study regression to examine differences in the predicted number of female gynecologic-related cancer admissions in the quarters before and after Medicaid expansion (implemented in January 2019) in VA, compared to the same period in NC. Results: Even though not significant, the predicted number of female gynecologic cancer-related inpatient admissions in VA increased by 4.8%, 4.9%, and 5.5% in the second, third, and fourth quarter of 2019, respectively, compared to the first quarter of 2019. Conclusion: Medicaid expansion in VA increased access to health services for Medicaid members, possibly due to initial pent-up demand among uninsured individuals.
Comparison of Synapse 3D system (Version 4.4) and DirectPath system (Version 2.0) in virtual bronchoscopic navigation application for peripheral pulmonary nodules
Authors: Li Xiang , Tian Sen , Zhang Yifei , Chen Hui , Chen Yilin , Wang Qin , Zhang Wei , Shi Hui , Huang Haidong , Shen Xiaping , Fang Yao , Qu Lei , Hu Zhenhong , Dong Yuchao , Bai Chong 
Published: December 2024

Background: Differences between virtual bronchoscopic navigation (VBN) systems and their impacts on the diagnostic yield of transbronchial biopsy (TBB) of peripheral pulmonary nodules (PPNs) remain unclear. Objectives: To compare the Synapse 3D system (Version 4.4, Fujifilm, Japan) and DirectPath system (Version 2.0, Olympus, Japan) in the VBN application of PPNs. Design: Retrospective study with self-paired design and exploratory study with retrospective cohort design. Methods: The study analyzed patients with PPNs using the Synapse 3D system (Group S) and DirectPath system (Group D) and compared differences between the two groups in bronchial tree reconstruction, navigation pathway planning, and VBN-assisted TBB of PPNs. Results: In all, 289 patients were analyzed ultimately. Bronchial tree reconstruction quality was better in Group S ( p < 0.001). Navigation pathway planning duration in Group S was longer than that in Group D (median 1.35 vs 1.04 s, p < 0.001). Automated navigation pathway planning success rate in Group S was higher than that in Group D (36.7% vs 19.7%, p < 0.001), and CT image reconstruction parameter and nodule diameter, bronchus sign, and distance from the hilum had significant effects on it in both groups. Fifty-six patients in Group S and forty-two patients in Group D were analyzed ultimately. The localization success rate and diagnostic yield of PPNs between the two groups were not significantly different (85.3% vs 91.2% and 67.6% vs 61.8%, respectively, p > 0.05). Conclusion: Synapse 3D system (Version 4.4) and DirectPath system (Version 2.0) had their own merits. Localization success rate and diagnostic yield of VBN-assisted TBB were of no statistical difference for these two VBN systems. Improvements in segmentation algorithms of VBN systems and using the most suitable chest CT scan data for them may be the breakthrough to improve the efficiency of VBN, especially for poor experienced interventional physicians.
Impact of sex differences on patients with neuroendocrine neoplasms during hospital admission
Authors: Tan Wan Ying , Cramer Laura D. , Vijayvergia Namrata , Lustberg Maryam , Kunz Pamela L. 
Published: December 2024

Background: Sex disparities are known modifiers of health and disease. In neuroendocrine neoplasms (NENs), sex-based differences have been observed in the epidemiology and treatment-related side effects. Objectives: To examine sex differences in demographics, diagnoses present during hospital admission, comorbidities, and outcomes of hospital course among hospitalized patients with NENs. Design: Retrospective analysis. Methods: A descriptive analysis of sex differences was performed on patients with NENs discharged from U.S. community hospitals in 2019 from the National Inpatient Sample (NIS), Healthcare Cost and Utilization Project, and Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. Results: A total of 7334 patients with NENs were identified; 4284 patients had primary NENs, and 3050 patients had metastatic NENs. In total, 48.7% were males and 51.3% were females. Distributions of race and ethnicity, and payer types differed by sex ( p < 0.001 and p = 0.027, respectively). For race and ethnicity, there were more females in White, Black, and Native American races, and Hispanic ethnicity. For payer types, female predominance was seen with Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance, and self-pay groups. Sex differences were seen in diagnosis made during hospital stay. In all NENs, oral ( p = 0.036) and neurologic ( p < 0.001) diagnoses were more common in females; ascites ( p = 0.002), dysphagia ( p = 0.002), biliary ductal obstruction ( p = 0.014), and jaundice ( p = 0.048) were more common in males. In primary NENs, ascites ( p < 0.001) was male predominant. In metastatic NENs, dysphagia ( p = 0.003) and jaundice ( p = 0.034) were male predominant, whereas females had more headaches ( p < 0.001). Nausea and vomiting were female predominant in all NENs ( p < 0.001), primary ( p = 0.044), and metastatic ( p < 0.001) NENs. For comorbidities, arthropathies ( p < 0.001), depression ( p < 0.001), hypothyroidism ( p < 0.001), other thyroid disorders ( p < 0.001), chronic pulmonary disease ( p = 0.002), and obesity ( p < 0.001) were female predominant. Conclusion: There were sex differences in the race and ethnicity, payer types, diagnoses present during hospital admission, and comorbidities among the 2019 NIS hospital discharge sample of patients with NENs.