Regina Sousa

Ms. Regina Sousa

University of Minho, Braga, Portugal
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Academic Career Length

7Years (2020-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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10 April 2023 in Expert Systems
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Jose MachadoJose Machado
Jose Machado
CRCarla Rodrigues
Carla Rodrigues
RSRegina Sousa
Regina Sousa
LGLuis Mendes Gomes
Luis Mendes Gomes
Poly‐medicated patients, especially those over 65, have increased. Multiple drug use and inappropriate prescribing increase drug–drug interactions, adverse drug reactions, morbidity, and mortality. This issue was addressed with recommendation systems. Health professionals have not followed these systems due to their poor alert quality and incomplete databases. Recent research shows a growing interest in using Text Mining via NLP to extract drug–drug interactions from unstructured data sources to support clinical prescribing decisions. NLP text mining and machine learning classifier training for drug relation extraction were used in this process. In this context, the proposed solution allows to develop an extraction system for drug–drug interactions from unstructured data sources. The system produces structured information, which can be inserted into a database that contains information acquired from three different data sources. The architecture outlined for the drug–drug interaction extraction system is capable of receiving unstructured text, identifying drug entities sentence by sentence, and determining whether or not there are interactions between them.

24 May 2021 in Applied Sciences
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RSRegina Sousa
Regina Sousa
RMRui Miranda
Rui Miranda
AMAilton Moreira
Ailton Moreira
Carlos AlvesCarlos Alves
Carlos Alves
Nicolas LoriNicolas Lori
Nicolas Lori
Jose MachadoJose Machado
Jose Machado
The processing of information in real-time (through the processing of complex events) has become an essential task for the optimal functioning of manufacturing plants. Only in this way can artificial intelligence, data extraction, and even business intelligence techniques be applied, and the data produced daily be used in a beneficent way, enhancing automation processes and improving service delivery. Therefore, professionals and researchers need a wide range of tools to extract, transform, and load data in real-time efficiently. Additionally, the same tool supports or at least facilitates the visualization of this data intuitively and interactively. The review presented in this document aims to provide an up-to-date review of the various tools available to perform these tasks. Of the selected tools, a brief description of how they work, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of their use, will be presented. Furthermore, a critical analysis of overall operation and performance will be presented. Finally, a hybrid architecture that aims to synergize all tools and technologies is presented and discussed.

2 December 2024 in AI
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Jose MachadoJose Machado
Jose Machado
RSRegina Sousa
Regina Sousa
Hugo PeixotoHugo Peixoto
Hugo Peixoto
AAAntónio Abelha
António Abelha
This article proposes a framework for integrating ethical reasoning into AI systems through Continuous Logic Programming (CLP), emphasizing the improvement of transparency and accountability in automated decision-making. The study highlights requirements for AI that respects human values and societal norms by examining concerns such as algorithmic bias, data privacy, and ethical dilemmas in fields like healthcare and autonomous systems. The proposed CLP-based methodology offers a systematic, elucidative framework for ethical decision-making, allowing AI systems to balance operational efficiency with ethical principles. Important contributions include strategies for the integration of ethical frameworks, stakeholder engagement, and transparency, as well as discussion on artificial moral agents and their function in addressing ethical dilemmas in AI. The paper presents practical examples that illustrate the application of CLP in ethical reasoning, highlighting its ability to bring together AI performance with responsible AI practices.

30 January 2024 in Electronics
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RMRui Miranda
Rui Miranda
Carlos AlvesCarlos Alves
Carlos Alves
RSRegina Sousa
Regina Sousa
ACAntónio Chaves
António Chaves
LMLarissa Muriel Montenegro
Larissa Muriel Montenegro
Jose MachadoJose Machado
Jose Machado
To further evolve urban quality of life, this paper explores the potential of crowdsensing and crowdsourcing in the context of smart cities. To aid urban planners and residents in understanding the nuances of day-to-day urban dynamics, we actively pursue the improvement of data visualisation tools that can adapt to changing conditions. An architecture was created and implemented that ensures secure and easy connectivity between various sources, such as a network of Internet of Things (IoT) devices, to merge with crowdsensing data and use them efficiently. In addition, we expanded the scope of our study to include the development of mobile and online applications, emphasizing the integration of autonomous and geo-surveillance. The main findings highlight the importance of sensor data in urban knowledge. Their incorporation via Tepresentational State Transfer (REST) Application Programming Interface (APIs) improves data access and informed decision-making, and dynamic data visualisation provides better insights. The geofencing of the application encourages community participation in urban planning and resource allocation, supporting sustainable urban innovation.

8 July 2021 in Electronics
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RSRegina Sousa
Regina Sousa
TLTiago Lima
Tiago Lima
AAAntónio Abelha
António Abelha
Jose MachadoJose Machado
Jose Machado
Over the years, and with the emergence of various technological innovations, the relevance of automatic learning methods has increased exponentially, and they now play a key role in society. More specifically, Deep Learning (DL), with the ability to recognize audio, image, and time series predictions, has helped to solve various types of problems. This paper aims to introduce a new theory, Hierarchical Temporal Memory (HTM), that applies to stock market prediction. HTM is based on the biological functions of the brain as well as its learning mechanism. The results are of significant relevance and show a low percentage of errors in the predictions made over time. It can be noted that the learning curve of the algorithm is fast, identifying trends in the stock market for all seven data universes using the same network. Although the algorithm suffered at the time a pandemic was declared, it was able to adapt and return to good predictions. HTM proved to be a good continuous learning method for predicting time series datasets.

17 December 2024 in Technologies
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RSRegina Sousa
Regina Sousa
VAVasco Abelha
Vasco Abelha
Hugo PeixotoHugo Peixoto
Hugo Peixoto
Jose MachadoJose Machado
Jose Machado
This paper investigates the transformative potential of integrating technical and methodological tools such as GraphQL, openEHR, Redis, and Pervasive Business Intelligence in healthcare. Modern healthcare systems face data silos, interoperability, and efficient data communication challenges. The integration of these technologies offers innovative solutions to address these challenges. GraphQL, known for its flexible data retrieval capabilities, simplifies data communication and integration. openEHR, a standards-based approach to healthcare data management, fosters interoperability through a unified data model. Redis, a scalable data storage and caching system, enhances application performance and real-time data processing. Pervasive Business Intelligence empowers healthcare analytics, aiding data-driven decision-making by enabling an integrated Electronic Health Record. This paper explores these technologies’ benefits, integration possibilities, and synergies. The practical implications of this integration are demonstrated through a real-world case study. The findings underscore the potential to revolutionize healthcare data management, communication, and analysis, improving patient care and operational efficiency.