Publications

Recent publications and conference contributions. Click any title to view abstract.

Deep Learning-Based Estimation of Petrophysical Properties for Unconventional Shales from SEM Images ADIPEC (SPE), D041S138R003 • 2025

Authors: L. Livingstone, P. Yeturi, I. Cherukuri, D. Devegowda, M. Curtis, C. Rai, S.K. Maryada, et al.

ResNet50 feature embeddings from SEM images correlated with porosity, mineralogy, and elastic properties—enabling rapid, lower-cost petrophysical estimation from drill cuttings.

An Improved Data-Driven Method for the Prediction of Elastic Properties in Unconventional Shales from SEM Images Geoenergy Science and Engineering • 2025 Q1

Authors: S.K. Maryada, D. Devegowda, C. Rai, M. Curtis, D. Ebert, G. Danala

SEM texture/shape proxies + deep features with non-parametric regression to estimate elastic properties (e.g., Young’s modulus) across diverse formations.

Self-Supervised Learning Using Vision Transformer Architecture for Rock Image Segmentation SPE Europec @ EAGE • 2025

Authors: R.D. Mohammad, D. Devegowda, C. Rai, M. Curtis, S. Mudduluru, S.K. Maryada, et al.

ViT-based self-supervised segmentation of FIB-SEM images into 12 sub-classes grouped into organic/inorganic/pores—enabling large-scale microstructure analysis without labels.

An Improved Data-Driven Method for the Prediction of Elastic Properties in Unconventional Shales from SEM Images (Preprint) SSRN Preprint • 2024

Authors: M. Sai Kiran, D. Deepak, C. Mark, S.R. Chandra, E. David, D. Gopichandh

Preprint outlining SEM-based predictors and regression workflow for elastic property estimation.

Improving Medical Image Segmentation and Classification Using a Novel Joint Deep Learning Model SPIE Medical Imaging (CAD 12465) • 2023

Authors: S. Mudduluru, S.K.R. Maryada, W.L. Booker, D.F. Hougen, B. Zheng

Joint segmentation + classification framework improving end-to-end clinical image understanding.

Application of Deep Learning to Optimize Computer-Aided-Detection and Diagnosis of Medical Images (Dissertation) University of Oklahoma • 2023

Author: S.K.R. Maryada

Dissertation on end-to-end CAD/CADx pipelines with deep learning for clinical imaging.

A Comparison of CAD Schemes Optimized Using Radiomics and Deep Transfer Learning Methods Bioengineering 9(6): 256 • 2022

Authors: G. Danala, S.K. Maryada, W. Islam, R. Faiz, M. Jones, Y. Qiu, B. Zheng

Head-to-head evaluation of radiomics vs. deep transfer learning pipelines for breast lesion classification.

Developing New Quantitative CT Image Markers to Predict Prognosis of Acute Ischemic Stroke Patients Journal of X-ray Science and Technology 30(3): 459–475 • 2022

Authors: G. Danala, B. Ray, M. Desai, M. Heidari, S. Mirniaharikandehei, S.K. Maryada, et al.

Introduces CT-derived quantitative markers to forecast outcomes in acute ischemic stroke.

Applying a Novel Two-Stage Deep-Learning Model to Improve Accuracy in Detecting Retinal Fundus Images SPIE Medical Imaging (CAD 12033): 149–156 • 2022

Authors: S.K.R. Maryada, W.L. Booker, G. Danala, C.A. Ha, S. Mudduluru, D.F. Hougen, et al.

Two-stage curation + classification pipeline boosts screening reliability from web-scale fundus imagery.

Comparison of Performance in Breast Lesions Classification Using Radiomics and Deep Transfer Learning: An Assessment Study SPIE Medical Imaging (Image Perception) • 2022

Authors: G. Danala, S.K. Maryada, H. Pham, W. Islam, M. Jones, B. Zheng

Assessment study benchmarking radiomics vs. deep transfer learning for breast lesions.

Developing Interactive Computer-Aided Detection Tools to Support Translational Clinical Research SPIE Medical Imaging (Image Perception) • 2022

Authors: G. Danala, S. Mirniaharikandehei, M. Jones, T. Gai, S.K. Maryada, D. Wu, et al.

Interactive CAD tools designed for translational study workflows and reader studies.

Applying Quantitative Radiographic Image Markers to Predict Clinical Complications after Aneurysmal Subarachnoid Hemorrhage: A Pilot Study Annals of Biomedical Engineering 50(4): 413–425 • 2022

Authors: G. Danala, M. Desai, B. Ray, M. Heidari, S.K.R. Maryada, C.I. Prodan, B. Zheng

Quantitative CT markers linked to post-SAH complications and prognosis.

An Efficient Synthetic Data Generation Algorithm to Improve Efficacy of Deep Learning Models of Medical Images Preprint / Conference • 2022

Authors: S.K. Maryada, W.L. Booker, G. Danala, M. Jones, S. Mudduluru, H. Pham, et al.

Synthetic augmentation pipeline boosting downstream segmentation/classification performance.

Applying a Random Projection Algorithm to Optimize Machine Learning Model for Breast Lesion Classification IEEE Transactions on Biomedical Engineering 68(9): 2764–2775 • 2021 Q1 (SJR 1.113)

Authors: M. Heidari, S. Lakshmivarahan, S. Mirniaharikandehei, G. Danala, S.K. Maryada, et al.

Random projections for dimensionality reduction improve ML efficiency and classification performance for breast imaging.

Observability Gramian and Its Role in the Placement of Observations in Dynamic Data Assimilation Data Assimilation for Atmospheric, Oceanic and Hydrologic Applications (Vol. IV) • 2021

Authors: S. Lakshmivarahan, J.M. Lewis, S.K.R. Maryada

Foundational chapter discussing observability Gramian and optimal sensor placement in data assimilation.

A New Interactive Visual-Aided Decision-Making Supporting Tool to Predict Severity of Acute Ischemic Stroke SPIE Medical Imaging (Biomedical Applications) • 2020

Authors: G. Danala, S.K.R. Maryada, M. Heidari, B. Ray, M. Desai, B. Zheng

Visual analytics decision support tool for predicting stroke severity from imaging markers.

Placement of Observations for Variational Data Assimilation: Application to Burgers’ Equation and Seiche Phenomenon Data Assimilation (Vol. IV) • 2020

Authors: J.M. Lewis, S. Lakshmivarahan, S. Maryada

Case studies on optimal observation placement for PDEs and hydrodynamic oscillations.