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  1. Article ; Online: Evaluation of Several Computer Vision Feature Detectors/Extractors on Ahuna Mons Region in Ceres and Its Implications for Technosignatures Search.

    De la Torre, Gabriel G

    Vision (Basel, Switzerland)

    2022  Volume 6, Issue 3

    Abstract: Ahuna Mons is a 4 km particular geologic feature on the surface of Ceres, of possibly cryovolcanic origin. The special characteristics of Ahuna Mons are also interesting in regard of its surrounding area, especially for the big crater beside it. This ... ...

    Abstract Ahuna Mons is a 4 km particular geologic feature on the surface of Ceres, of possibly cryovolcanic origin. The special characteristics of Ahuna Mons are also interesting in regard of its surrounding area, especially for the big crater beside it. This crater possesses similarities with Ahuna Mons including diameter, age, morphology, etc. Under the cognitive psychology perspective and using current computer vision models, we analyzed these two features on Ceres for comparison and pattern-recognition similarities. Speeded up robust features (SURF), oriented features from accelerated segment test (FAST), rotated binary robust independent elementary features (BRIEF), Canny edge detector, and scale invariant feature transform (SIFT) algorithms were employed as feature-detection algorithms, avoiding human cognitive bias. The 3D analysis of images of both features' (Ahuna Mons and Crater B) characteristics is discussed. Results showed positive results for these algorithms about the similarities of both features. Canny edge resulted as the most efficient algorithm. The 3D objects of Ahuna Mons and Crater B showed good-fitting results. Discussion is provided about the results of this computer-vision-techniques experiment for Ahuna Mons. Results showed the potential for the computer vision models in combination with 3D imaging to be free of bias and to detect potential geoengineered formations in the future. This study also brings forward the potential problem of both human and cognitive bias in artificial-intelligence-based models and the risks for the task of searching for technosignatures.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-08-31
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 2411-5150
    ISSN (online) 2411-5150
    DOI 10.3390/vision6030054
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  2. Article ; Online: Neurocognitive assessment in microgravity: review of tools and benefits of increasing their clinical validity for long duration missions.

    De la Torre, Gabriel G / Gonzalez-Torre, Sara

    Journal of clinical and experimental neuropsychology

    2023  Volume 45, Issue 3, Page(s) 270–291

    Abstract: Introduction: Clinical complications are not expected in current space missions; however, for future long-duration missions to the Moon and Mars, a new perspective may be needed - a more clinical approach. Different risks, both environmental, such as ... ...

    Abstract Introduction: Clinical complications are not expected in current space missions; however, for future long-duration missions to the Moon and Mars, a new perspective may be needed - a more clinical approach. Different risks, both environmental, such as radiation, accidents, and biopsychological, including neurological problems, represent potential sources of subsequent neurocognitive deficits.
    Aims: This study aims to review research studies published to this date in microgravity conditions using existing spaceflight neurocognitive assessment batteries. This study also discusses the different risks of neuropsychological impairment in spaceflight and the potential benefits of increasing the clinical validity of these tools with neurological clinical samples on Earth for future long-duration missions.
    Method: A PRISMA guidelines-based review of specialized literature on neurocognitive assessment batteries and human spaceflight was performed. Different factors including type of tool or battery used, sample size, mission duration, etc. were included in this review. After the scrutiny of 192 articles, a total of 27 studies were detailed in the review outcome.
    Results: Results showed that neuropsychological function research target has changed over the years, with working memory and perception studies being predominant in the 80s and 90s while reaction time being more frequent in recent research. We also found a lack of language-related research in microgravity and the predominance of two neurocognitive assessment batteries in microgravity research.
    Conclusions: With this study, we want to emphasize the importance of increasing the clinical validity of neurocognitive or neuropsychological assessment tools to be used in space, especially in long-duration missions because in this type of mission the risk of suffering a brain injury or neurological condition increases due to multiple factors. Testing these tools with neurological clinical samples and using machine learning, predictive systems may help crews in early detection of potential clinical, neurological, or neurocognitive problems during these long-duration missions to Mars and beyond.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Weightlessness/adverse effects ; Space Flight ; Neuropsychological Tests
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-06-26
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Review ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 605982-x
    ISSN 1744-411X ; 0168-8634 ; 1380-3395
    ISSN (online) 1744-411X
    ISSN 0168-8634 ; 1380-3395
    DOI 10.1080/13803395.2023.2225235
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  3. Article ; Online: A Comprehensive Look Behind Team Composition for Long Duration Spaceflight.

    Gangeme, Alexis / Simpson, Benjamin / De La Torre, Gabriel G / Larose, Tricia L / Diaz-Artiles, Ana

    Aerospace medicine and human performance

    2023  Volume 94, Issue 6, Page(s) 457–465

    Abstract: BACKGROUND: ...

    Abstract BACKGROUND:
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Space Flight ; Personality ; Time Factors ; Astronauts
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-05-16
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Review ; Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2809085-8
    ISSN 2375-6322 ; 2375-6314
    ISSN (online) 2375-6322
    ISSN 2375-6314
    DOI 10.3357/AMHP.6175.2023
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  4. Article: Cognitive neuroscience in space.

    De la Torre, Gabriel G

    Life (Basel, Switzerland)

    2014  Volume 4, Issue 3, Page(s) 281–294

    Abstract: Humans are the most adaptable species on this planet, able to live in vastly different environments on Earth. Space represents the ultimate frontier and a true challenge to human adaptive capabilities. As a group, astronauts and cosmonauts are selected ... ...

    Abstract Humans are the most adaptable species on this planet, able to live in vastly different environments on Earth. Space represents the ultimate frontier and a true challenge to human adaptive capabilities. As a group, astronauts and cosmonauts are selected for their ability to work in the highly perilous environment of space, giving their best. Terrestrial research has shown that human cognitive and perceptual motor performances deteriorate under stress. We would expect to observe these effects in space, which currently represents an exceptionally stressful environment for humans. Understanding the neurocognitive and neuropsychological parameters influencing space flight is of high relevance to neuroscientists, as well as psychologists. Many of the environmental characteristics specific to space missions, some of which are also present in space flight simulations, may affect neurocognitive performance. Previous work in space has shown that various psychomotor functions degrade during space flight, including central postural functions, the speed and accuracy of aimed movements, internal timekeeping, attentional processes, sensing of limb position and the central management of concurrent tasks. Other factors that might affect neurocognitive performance in space are illness, injury, toxic exposure, decompression accidents, medication side effects and excessive exposure to radiation. Different tools have been developed to assess and counteract these deficits and problems, including computerized tests and physical exercise devices. It is yet unknown how the brain will adapt to long-term space travel to the asteroids, Mars and beyond. This work represents a comprehensive review of the current knowledge and future challenges of cognitive neuroscience in space from simulations and analog missions to low Earth orbit and beyond.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2014-07-03
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2662250-6
    ISSN 2075-1729
    ISSN 2075-1729
    DOI 10.3390/life4030281
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  5. Article: Neurocognitive Impairment in Severe Mental Illness. Comparative study with Spanish Speaking Patients.

    De la Torre, Gabriel G / Doval, Sandra / López-Sanz, David / García-Sedeño, Manuel / Ramallo, Miguel A / Bernal, Macarena / González-Torre, Sara

    Brain sciences

    2021  Volume 11, Issue 3

    Abstract: Background: Serious mental illness (SMI) represents a category of psychiatric disorders characterized by specific difficulties of personal and social functioning, derived from suffering severe and persistent mental health problems.: Aims: We wanted ... ...

    Abstract Background: Serious mental illness (SMI) represents a category of psychiatric disorders characterized by specific difficulties of personal and social functioning, derived from suffering severe and persistent mental health problems.
    Aims: We wanted to look into differences in cognitive performance among different SMI patients.
    Methods: Repeatable Battery for the Assessment of Neuropsychological Status (RBANS) screening was applied in one sample of SMI patients (
    Results: Analysis of covariance was performed. Significant differences were found for cognitive functioning including attention and memory.
    Conclusions: RBANS can be recommended for the detection of neurocognitive deficits in psychiatric disorders, especially in Schizophrenia.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-03-19
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2651993-8
    ISSN 2076-3425
    ISSN 2076-3425
    DOI 10.3390/brainsci11030389
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  6. Article: Wireless Computer-Supported Cooperative Work: A Pilot Experiment on Art and Brain⁻Computer Interfaces.

    De la Torre, Gabriel G / Gonzalez-Torre, Sara / Muñoz, Carlos / Garcia, Manuel A

    Brain sciences

    2019  Volume 9, Issue 4

    Abstract: The present case study looked into the feasibility of using brain-computer interface (BCI) technology combined with computer-supported cooperative work (CSCW) in a wireless network. We had two objectives; first, to test the wireless BCI-based ... ...

    Abstract The present case study looked into the feasibility of using brain-computer interface (BCI) technology combined with computer-supported cooperative work (CSCW) in a wireless network. We had two objectives; first, to test the wireless BCI-based configuration and the practical use of this idea we assessed workload perception in participants located several kilometers apart taking part in the same drawing task. Second, we studied the cortical activation patterns of participants performing the drawing task with and without the BCI technology. Results showed higher mental workload perception and broader cortical activation (frontal-temporal-occipital) under BCI experimental conditions. This idea shows a possible application of BCI research in the social field, where two or more users could engage in a computer networking task using BCI technology over the internet. New research avenues for CSCW are discussed and possibilities for future research are given.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2019-04-25
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Case Reports
    ZDB-ID 2651993-8
    ISSN 2076-3425
    ISSN 2076-3425
    DOI 10.3390/brainsci9040094
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  7. Article: Communication Styles and Attention Performance in Primary School Children.

    de la Torre, Gabriel G / Ramallo, Miguel A / Gonzalez-Torre, Sara / Mora Prat, Alvaro / Rueda-Marroquin, Andrea / Sallago-Marcos, Amanda / Toro-Barrios, Zoraida / Garcia, Manuel A

    Behavioral sciences (Basel, Switzerland)

    2021  Volume 11, Issue 12

    Abstract: Communication styles are the three communication patterns that result from merging the verbal elements of communication, the non-verbal elements and the paraverbal elements. The objective of this study was to test what effect different communication ... ...

    Abstract Communication styles are the three communication patterns that result from merging the verbal elements of communication, the non-verbal elements and the paraverbal elements. The objective of this study was to test what effect different communication styles have on attention performance in primary school children. We administered the assertive behavior scale for children (CABS), the symbol digit modalities test (SDMT) and the d2 attention test to a sample of 77 participants of primary school. A statistically significant and proportional correlation was found between the assertive communication style and the total number of correct answers of the SDMT. We also found positive correlations between the assertive communication style and d2 attention test performance. Children with an assertive communication style have better attention performance than children with passive or aggressive communication styles.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-12-09
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 2076-328X
    ISSN 2076-328X
    DOI 10.3390/bs11120172
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  8. Article: Do Trait Emotional Intelligence and Dispositional Mindfulness Have a Complementary Effect on the Children's and Adolescents' Emotional States?

    Mestre, Jose M / Turanzas, Jorge / García-Gómez, Maria / Guerra, Joan / Cordon, Jose R / De La Torre, Gabriel G / Lopez-Ramos, Victor M

    Frontiers in psychology

    2019  Volume 10, Page(s) 2817

    Abstract: Mindfulness is both a non-judgmental and present-centered awareness, which has been applied to reduce negative emotions. On the other hand, Trait Emotional Intelligence (TEI) is the way of how good people perceive their emotional intelligence abilities ( ... ...

    Abstract Mindfulness is both a non-judgmental and present-centered awareness, which has been applied to reduce negative emotions. On the other hand, Trait Emotional Intelligence (TEI) is the way of how good people perceive their emotional intelligence abilities (perceiving, expressing, understanding, and regulating emotions), which are involved in people's social functioning. This empirical study was designed to analyze whether dispositional mindfulness (DM) and TEI have a potential combined role for children and adolescent's emotional states. In a sample of primary school students (
    Language English
    Publishing date 2019-12-20
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2563826-9
    ISSN 1664-1078
    ISSN 1664-1078
    DOI 10.3389/fpsyg.2019.02817
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  9. Article ; Online: Attention lapses in children with spina bifida and hydrocephalus and children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.

    De la Torre, Gabriel G / Martin, Alba / Cervantes, Elizabeth / Guil, Rocio / Mestre, Jose M

    Journal of clinical and experimental neuropsychology

    2017  Volume 39, Issue 6, Page(s) 563–573

    Abstract: Attentional lapses are usually defined as temporary and often brief shifts of attention away from some primary task to unrelated internal information processing. This study addressed the incidence of attention lapses and differences in attentional ... ...

    Abstract Attentional lapses are usually defined as temporary and often brief shifts of attention away from some primary task to unrelated internal information processing. This study addressed the incidence of attention lapses and differences in attentional functioning in 30 children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), 26 healthy children, and 29 children with spina bifida myelomeningocele and hydrocephalus (SBH). Assessments were conducted using computerized tonic and phasic attention tests, the Symbol Digit Modalities Test (SDMT), and the Trail Making Test Form B (TMT-B). The group with SBH differed from normal controls on cognitive measures of attention and executive functions. The ADHD group obtained lower scores than the SBH group and healthy children. ANOVA results showed that there was an effect of shunt revisions and shunt-related infections on neuropsychological performance. Lapses of attention together with reaction time may thus represent important factors for the understanding of cognitive deficits in SBH.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2017-08
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 605982-x
    ISSN 1744-411X ; 0168-8634 ; 1380-3395
    ISSN (online) 1744-411X
    ISSN 0168-8634 ; 1380-3395
    DOI 10.1080/13803395.2016.1249828
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  10. Article ; Online: Neurocognitive and emotional status after one-year of mindfulness-based intervention in patients with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis.

    De la Torre, Gabriel G / Mato, Isabel / Doval, Sandra / Espinosa, Raúl / Moya, Miguel / Cantero, Rafael / Gonzalez, Macarena / Gonzalez, Carmen / Garcia, Manuel A / Hermans, Gaëtane / González-Torre, Sara / Mestre, Jose Miguel / Hidalgo, Verónica

    Applied neuropsychology. Adult

    2020  Volume 29, Issue 2, Page(s) 183–192

    Abstract: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is the most common disabling neurological disease among young adults. The diagnosis of this disease usually leads to uncertainty, stress, and anxiety, which in turn can lead to negative outcomes. Consequently, the development of ... ...

    Abstract Multiple sclerosis (MS) is the most common disabling neurological disease among young adults. The diagnosis of this disease usually leads to uncertainty, stress, and anxiety, which in turn can lead to negative outcomes. Consequently, the development of healthy lifestyle strategies can lead to better emotional management of perceived stress. Due to the importance of the patient's emotional response during the development and management of the disease and the repercussions of the cognitive deficits, the objective of this study is to develop a mindfulness-based intervention to provide to patients a tool for stress management. This study offers data on neuropsychological, functional and emotional outcomes in a sample of 30 patients with remitting relapsing form of MS after one year of intervention compared to 30 controls. We tested a model of intervention with a program of Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, based on an adapted Jon Kabat-Zinn's MBSR program. Results showed cognitive and emotional benefits after one year following this program. Discussion about the opportunities of these types of intervention in neurological diseases is provided in light of results obtained. This study represents pioneering research in MS and psychological treatment of this neurological autoimmune disease and it offers positive results of applying mindfulness-based intervention in this population.
    MeSH term(s) Anxiety ; Depression ; Humans ; Mindfulness ; Multiple Sclerosis/complications ; Multiple Sclerosis/therapy ; Multiple Sclerosis, Relapsing-Remitting/complications ; Multiple Sclerosis, Relapsing-Remitting/therapy ; Stress, Psychological ; Young Adult
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-03-09
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2673736-X
    ISSN 2327-9109 ; 2327-9095
    ISSN (online) 2327-9109
    ISSN 2327-9095
    DOI 10.1080/23279095.2020.1732388
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