Image enhancement for DNA microarray gridding using conditional convolution sub-block histogram equalization

Laurence Pap, Ju Jia Zou

Research output: Chapter in Book / Conference PaperConference Paperpeer-review

1 Citation (Scopus)

Abstract

In this paper, a new image enhancement method for DNA microarray images, namely the Conditional Convolution Sub-block Histogram Equalization (CCSHE), is presented. This is accomplished by first, converting the image into a binary image using the histogram transformation function. By doing this, the background and some of the artifacts in the image are separated from the DNA microarray spots. Secondly, this method also applies a conditional convolution filter depending on two input values which control how many times two individual convolution kernels are applied. By performing these operations, the unwanted signals known as artifacts are reduced, providing a more accurate gridding result.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationISCIT 2007 - 2007 International Symposium on Communications and Information Technologies Proceedings
Pages618-623
Number of pages6
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2007
EventISCIT 2007 - 2007 International Symposium on Communications and Information Technologies - Sydney, Australia
Duration: 16 Oct 200719 Oct 2007

Publication series

NameISCIT 2007 - 2007 International Symposium on Communications and Information Technologies Proceedings

Conference

ConferenceISCIT 2007 - 2007 International Symposium on Communications and Information Technologies
Country/TerritoryAustralia
CitySydney
Period16/10/0719/10/07

Keywords

  • Contrast enhancement
  • DNA microarray image enhancement
  • Histogram equalization

Fingerprint

Dive into the research topics of 'Image enhancement for DNA microarray gridding using conditional convolution sub-block histogram equalization'. Together they form a unique fingerprint.

Cite this