Mr. Xuewen Zhou | Machine Learning for Computer Vision | Young Scientist Award
Master of Engineering | Hubei Normal University | China
Mr. Xuewen Zhou is a developing researcher in medical signal processing, medical image segmentation, and intelligent optimization algorithms, with growing contributions to the fields of biomedical engineering and computational intelligence. Affiliated with Hubei Normal University, his research focuses on designing advanced fractional-order and optimization-driven neural network models to enhance the analysis of physiological signals such as ECG and EEG as well as dermatological image segmentation. With 5 scientific publications, 4 citations, and an h-index of 1, Dr. Zhou is steadily establishing a strong academic presence.Dr. Zhou’s notable achievements include the publication of multiple SCI-indexed journal papers and active participation in leading international conferences. His recent SCI Q2 paper Adaptive Fractional Order Pulse Coupled Neural Networks with Multi-Scale Optimization for Skin Image Segmentation introduces an innovative segmentation framework integrating fractional order optimization with pulse coupled neural networks. The method employs a novel entropy–edge fitness function significantly improving accuracy in skin lesion delineation.Another key contribution is the SCI Q2 paper Improved Sparrow Search Based on Temporal Convolutional Network for ECG Classification where Dr. Zhou explores hybrid fractional order algorithms to optimize ECG recognition. His work rigorously analyzes the influence of positive and negative fractional orders on optimization stability offering valuable insights into next-generation fractional learning systems.In the EI indexed China Automation Congress Dr. Zhou proposed an ECG classification model combining spatial–channel attention networks with an improved RIME optimization algorithm enhancing hyperparameter tuning for complex biomedical patterns. He also contributed to neuromorphic computing through the ICNC paper on FRMAdam iTransformer KAN presenting a fractional order momentum optimizer for EEG and ECG prediction.Dr. Zhou maintains strong collaborations with researchers including Jiejie Chen Ping Jiang Xinrui Zhang Zhiwei Xiao and Zhigang Zeng contributing to interdisciplinary advancements across medical AI fractional order theory and neural computation. His research demonstrates meaningful societal impact by improving early disease detection supporting intelligent diagnostic tools and advancing clinical decision making technologies on a global scale.
Featured Publications
1.Zhou, X., Chen, J., Jiang, P., Zhang, X., & Zeng, Z. (2026). Adaptive fractional-order pulse-coupled neural networks with multi-scale optimization for skin image segmentation. Biomedical Signal Processing and Control, (February 2026).
2.Zhou, X., Chen, J., Xiao, Z., Zhang, X., Jiang, P., & Zeng, Z. (2026). Improved sparrow search based on temporal convolutional network for ECG classification. Biomedical Signal Processing and Control, (February 2026).
3.Xiao, Z., Chen, J., Zhou, X., Wei, B., Jiang, P., & Zeng, Z. (2025). Monotonic convergence of adaptive Caputo fractional gradient descent for temporal convolutional networks. Neurocomputing, (December 2025).
4.Zhang, X., Chen, J., Zhou, X., & Jiang, P. (2024, December 13). FRMAdam-iTransformer KAN: A fractional order RMS momentum Adam optimized iTransformer with KAN for EEG and ECG prediction. In 2024 International Conference on Neuromorphic Computing (ICNC).
5.Zhou, X., Chen, J., Jiang, P., & Zhang, X. (2024, November 1). Electrocardiogram classification based on spatial-channel networks and optimization algorithms. In 2024 China Automation Congress (CAC).
Dr. Xuewen Zhou’s work advances science and society by developing fractional-order neural systems that significantly enhance the accuracy of biomedical signal and image analysis. His innovations support earlier disease detection, improved diagnostic reliability, and broader global access to intelligent healthcare technologies.