For Science and Healthcare

Bioacoustics Monitoring Systems

Monitoring bioacoustics in tropical environments is a challenging task, especially in a long-term frame. Typically, these tools are not well adapted to extreme conditions of humidity and temperature. Moreover, they are not designed for the particular conditions of diversity present in megadiverse countries such as Colombia. I have been developing acoustic monitoring tools that respond to tropical requirements and conditions.

Patent

1. Title: VECO: Mosquito Counter System, Colombia, Nov 2019. NC2017/0012483, A01M 23/02

Publications on Bioacoustics Monitoring Systems

1. Arce-Lopera, C. A., García-Muñoz, P., Restrepo-Quiceno, S., Gómez-Marín, D., Londoño G.A. (2021). Designing Data Visualization Assistance for a Bioacoustics Labeling Software.

Awards

1. Winners: 2019 Humboldt Connection Prize

Biometric Monitoring Systems

I have developed various research projects aiming at the design and development of novel interfaces such as wearable, elastic, tactile, gesture-based, mobile, biometric, and/or seamless interfaces between users and computers. While prototype testing will focus on user engagement, the development of the interfaces favored natural interaction with users by using biometrics and/or behavioral pattern recognition using signal processing and analysis. These projects included both hardware and software development.

Publications on Biometric Monitoring Systems

1. Arce-Lopera, C. A., Ospina, R., Madrid, j. (2021). Handgrip Force Sensor to Measure Mental Workload.
2. Arce-Lopera, C. A., Diaz-Cely, J., García, P., Morales, M. (2019). Technology-enhanced Training System for Reducing Separation Anxiety in Dogs.
3. Madrid, J.M., Arce-Lopera, C. A., Lasso, F. (2018). Biometric interface for driver’s stress detection and awareness.

Skin Monitoring Systems

Skin perception is a crucial marker for assessing health and well-being. I have been developing computerized tools for the automatic classification of skin conditions and diseases that may guide the presumptive diagnosis of several cutaneous health problems.

Publications on Skin Monitoring Systems

1. Arce-Lopera, C. A., Diaz-Cely, J., Quintero, L. (2021). Presumptive Diagnosis of Cutaneous Leishmaniasis.
2. Arce-Lopera, C. A., Igarashi, T., Okajima, K. (2014). Colorimetric Analysis of Makeup Styles and Their Relation with Visual Quality Perception of the Skin.
3. Arce-Lopera, C. A., Igarashi, T., Nakao, K., Okajima, K. (2012). Image Statistics on the Age Perception of Human Skin.
4. Arce-Lopera, C. A., Igarashi, T., Nakao, K., Okajima, K. (2012). Effects of Diffuse and Specular Reflections on the Perceived Age of Facial Skin.
5. Arce-Lopera, C. A., Okajima, K., Igarashi, T., Nakao, K. (2012). Luminance Distribution Effects on the Visual Quality of Human Skin.
6. Arce-Lopera, C. A., Okajima, K., Igarashi, T. (2011). Effects of Luminance Distribution on Visual Quality of Human Skin.
7. Arce-Lopera, C. A., Okajima, K., Igarashi, T., Nakao, K. (2010). Luminance Statistics Effects on Skin Age Perception.
8. Arce-Lopera, C. A., Igarashi, T., Nakao, K., Kashimoto, A., Okajima, K. (2009). Luminance Distribution Effects on Human Skin Perception.

Food Quality Monitoring Systems

Food quality perception is strongly related with appetite and consumption. I am interested in developing systems for monitoring food quality and display systems to improve quality perception.

Selected Publications on Food Quality Monitoring Systems

1. Arce-Lopera, C. A., Okajima, K., Wada, Y. (2020). XYZ color data on the visual degradation of vegetables.
2. Arboleda, A. M., Arce-Lopera, C. A. (2017). The French, German, and Spanish sound of eating fresh fruits and vegetables.
3. Okuda, S., Okajima, K., Arce-Lopera, C. A. (2015). Visual Palatability of Food Dishes in Color Appearance, Glossiness and Convexo-concave Perception Depending on Light Source.
4. Arce-Lopera, C. A., Masuda, T., Kimura, A., Wada, Y., Okajima, K. (2015). Model of Vegetable Freshness Perception using Luminance Cues.
5. Sandoval, N., Potes, A., Arboleda, A. M., Salamanca García, J. M., Arce-Lopera, C. A. (2014). Image Information Influencing the Online Purchase Intention of Vegetables Products.
6. Arce-Lopera, C. A., Masuda, T., Kimura, A., Wada, Y., Okajima, K. (2013). Luminance Distribution as a Determinant for Visual Freshness Perception: Evidence from Image Analysis of a Cabbage Leaf.
7. Arce-Lopera, C. A., Masuda, T., Kimura, A., Wada, Y., Okajima, K. (2012). Luminance Distribution Modifies the Perceived Freshness of Strawberries.
8. Wada, Y., Arce-Lopera, C. A., Masuda, T., Kimura, A., Dan, I., Goto, S.-i., Tsuzuki, D., Okajima, K. (2010). Influence of Luminance Distribution on the Appetizingly Fresh Appearance of Cabbage.

Invited Talks

1. Arce-Lopera, C. A. (2021). Color distribution of fresh and ripe fruits.

Ongoing Projects

• WikiAves repository enhancement (2019-)
• Biodiversity acoustic monitoring (2018-)
• Mosquito acoustic characterization (2015-)

Clients and Collaborators

• CIDEIM
• Biology Department, Universidad Icesi

For any questions, please contact me.