Publications

2026

1. Unraveling Brainstem Deformations in Joubert Syndrome: A Statistical Shape Analysis of MRI-Derived Structures

   Francesca Maccarone, Giorgio Longari, Filippo Arrigoni, and 2 more authors

   In Medical Image Computing and Computer Assisted Intervention – MICCAI 2025, 2026

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   Statistical shape analysis (SSA) is a powerful tool for studying anatomical structures and their geometric variations in medical imaging. In this work, we analyze real MRI-derived data to explore correlations between geometric deformations and Joubert syndrome (JS). Building on prior SSA research, we tailor the preprocessing pipeline to an in-house dataset and perform a detailed shape variability analysis using principal component analysis (PCA). A random forest classifier is then applied, achieving high classification accuracy. To ensure robustness, we test multiple train-test splits and evaluate their impact. In addition, we support clinical interpretation by providing visualizations that combine 3D and 2D information, resembling typical diagnostic paradigms on MRI planes. Our work offers some methodological insights into shape-based analysis and aims to serve as a practical tool for the medical community. Code and data are openly available at: https://github.com/Franca-exe/SSA-brainstem.

2025

1. Blending

   

   Blending Concepts with Text-to-Image Diffusion Models

   Lorenzo Olearo, Giorgio Longari, Alessandro Raganato, and 2 more authors

   arXiv preprint arXiv:2506.23630, 2025
2. DeepL

   

   Advances in Automated Fetal Brain MRI Segmentation and Biometry: Insights from the FeTA 2024 Challenge

   Vladyslav Zalevskyi, Thomas Sanchez, Misha Kaandorp, and 8 more authors

   arXiv preprint arXiv:2505.02784, 2025

2024

1. SSA

   

   S4A: Scalable Spectral Statistical Shape Analysis

   Francesca Maccarone, Giorgio Longari, Giulio Viganò, and 3 more authors

   In Smart Tools and Applications in Graphics - Eurographics Italian Chapter Conference, 2024

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2. Blending

   

   How to Blend Concepts in Diffusion Models

   Lorenzo Olearo, Giorgio Longari, Simone Melzi, and 2 more authors

   arXiv preprint arXiv:2407.14280, 2024

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3. DeepL

   

   Deep learning-based optimization of field geometry for total marrow irradiation delivered with volumetric modulated arc therapy

   Nicola Lambri, Giorgio Longari, Daniele Loiacono, and 8 more authors

   Medical Physics, 2024

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