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A novel perspective on denoising using quantum localization with application to medical imaging
Amirreza Hashemi1, Sayantan Dutta2,3, Bertrand Georgeot4
1Massachusetts General Hospital & Harvard Medical School, Department of Radiology, Boston, 02129, USA.
Arxiv
|July 1, 2024
Summary
This study introduces a novel quantum-inspired image denoising algorithm. It uses quantum localization to effectively filter noise in medical imaging without manual tuning.
Area of Science:
- Quantum physics
- Condensed matter physics
- Medical imaging
Background:
- Image noise presents significant challenges in medical diagnosis.
- Traditional denoising methods struggle with high-dimensional noisy imaging systems.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a novel quantum-inspired image denoising algorithm.
- To leverage quantum localization principles for enhanced image reconstruction.
Main Methods:
- Viewing medical images as amorphous structures.
- Incorporating mode-resolved localization into denoising.
- Utilizing diffusivity and localization measurements to differentiate noise modes.
Main Results:
- The algorithm effectively filters noise regardless of noise level.
- Eliminates the need for hyperparameter tuning.
- Demonstrates effectiveness in numerical validation for imaging and medical imaging.
Conclusions:
- The proposed quantum-inspired approach offers a standalone, automated solution for image denoising.
- Highlights the potential of quantum localization in image reconstruction.
- Suggests relevance for future quantum computing applications in medical imaging.
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