1. Predicting relative density of pure magnesium parts produced by laser powder bed fusion using XGBoostKristijan Šket, Snehashis Pal, Janez Gotlih, Mirko Ficko, Igor Drstvenšek, 2025, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: In this work, Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF), an additive manufacturing (AM) process, was optimised to produce pure magnesium components. The focus of the presented work is on the prediction of the relative product density using the machine learning model XGBoost to improve the production process and thus the usability of the material for practical use. Experimental tests with different parameters, laser power, scanning speed and layer thickness, and fixed parameters, track overlapping and hatching distance, were analysed and resulted in relative material densities between 89.29% and 99.975%. The XGBoost model showed high predictive power, achieving an R2 test result of 0.835, a mean absolute error (MAE) of 0.728 and a root mean square error (RMSE) of 0.982. Feature importance analysis showed that the interaction of laser power and scanning speed had the largest influence on the predictions at 35.9%, followed by laser power × layer thickness at 29.0%. The individual contributions were laser power (11.8%), scanning speed (10.7%), scanning speed × layer thickness (9.0%) and layer thickness (3.6%). These results provide a data-based method for LPBF parameter settings that improve manufacturing efficiency and component performance in the aerospace, automotive and biomedical industries and identify optimal parameter regions for a high density, serving as a pre-optimisation stage. Ključne besede: additive manufacturing, machine learning, XG Boost, magnesium, relative density Objavljeno v DKUM: 03.11.2025; Ogledov: 0; Prenosov: 5
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2. A machine vision approach to assessing steel properties through spark imagingGoran Munđar, Miha Kovačič, Uroš Župerl, 2025, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: Accurate and efficient evaluation of steel properties is crucial for modern manufacturing. This study presents a novel approach that combines spark imaging and deep learning to predict carbon content in steel. By capturing and analyzing sparks generated during grinding, the method offers a fast and cost-effective alternative to conventional testing. Using convolutional neural networks (CNNs), the proposed models demonstrate high reliability and adaptability across different steel types. Among the tested architectures, MobileNet-v2 achieved the best performance, balancing accuracy and computational efficiency. The findings highlight the potential of machine vision and artificial intelligence in non-destructive steel analysis, providing rapid and precise insights for industrial applications. Ključne besede: carbon content prediction, convolutional neural networks, deep learning, machine vision, spark imaging, steel analysis Objavljeno v DKUM: 03.11.2025; Ogledov: 0; Prenosov: 3
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3. Automated speech analysis in depressive disorder: enhancing diagnosis and monitoringAljaž Neuberg, 2025, magistrsko delo Opis: This paper investigates the automatic recognition of depression by integrating acoustic, linguistic and emotional features extracted from clinical interviews in the DAIC-WOZ dataset. A total of six classical machine learning classifiers such as Decision Tree, Random Forest, SVM, Gradient Boosting, AdaBoost and XGBoost were systematically evaluated under different class balancing methods (such as SMOTE, SMOTETomek and Random Undersampling) and feature selection strategies. The best model, a decision tree classifier with SMOTE-based balancing and a feature selection technique, achieved a weighted F1 score and accuracy of 0.78 with only eight selected features. These features included all three modalities, demonstrating the
added benefit of a multimodal approach. The results suggest that even relatively simple models, when supported by careful preprocessing and dimensionality reduction, can provide accurate and interpretable predictions. This work emphasizes the importance of feature engineering and balancing techniques in clinical machine learning tasks and lays the foundation for future research on scalable and explainable depression detection systems. Ključne besede: Depression, Classification, Machine Learning, Data Balancing, Feature Selection Objavljeno v DKUM: 03.11.2025; Ogledov: 0; Prenosov: 1
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4. Artificial intelligence-based approaches for advance care planning : a scoping reviewUmut Arioz, Matthew John Allsop, William D. Goodman, Suzanne Timmons, Kseniya Simbirtseva, Izidor Mlakar, Grega Močnik, 2025, pregledni znanstveni članek Opis: Background Advance Care Planning (ACP) empowers individuals to make informed decisions about their future healthcare. However, barriers including time constraints and a lack of clarity on professional responsibilities for ACP hinder its implementation. The application of artificial intelligence (AI) could potentially optimise elements of ACP in practice by, for example, identifying patients for whom ACP may be relevant and aiding ACP-related decision-making. However, it is unclear how applications of AI for ACP are currently being used in the delivery of palliative care. Objectives To explore the use of AI models for ACP, identifying key features that influence model performance, transparency of data used, source code availability, and generalizability. Methods A scoping review was conducted using the Arksey and O’Malley framework and the PRISMA-ScR guidelines. Electronic databases (Scopus and Web of Science (WoS)) and seven preprint servers were searched to identify published research articles and conference papers in English, German and French for the last 10Â years’ records. Our search strategy was based on terms for ACP and artificial intelligence models (including machine learning). The GRADE approach was used to assess the quality of included studies. Results Included studies (N = 41) predominantly used retrospective cohort designs and real-world electronic health record data. Most studies (n = 39) focused on identifying individuals who might benefit from ACP, while fewer studies addressed initiating ACP discussions (n = 10) or documenting and sharing ACP information (n = 8). Among AI and machine learning models, logistic regression was the most frequent analytical method (n = 15). Most models (n = 28) demonstrated good to very good performance. However, concerns remain regarding data and code availability, as many studies lacked transparency and reproducibility (n = 17 and n = 36, respectively). Conclusion Most studies report models with promising results for predicting patient outcomes and supporting decision-making, but significant challenges remain, particularly regarding data and code availability. Future research should prioritize transparency and open-source code to facilitate rigorous evaluation. There is scope to explore novel AI-based approaches to ACP, including to support processes surrounding the review and updating of ACP information. Ključne besede: advance care planning, digital tools, palliative care, artificial intelligence, machine learning Objavljeno v DKUM: 29.10.2025; Ogledov: 0; Prenosov: 5
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5. Recommender system for computer componentsAljaž Herzog, 2025, magistrsko delo Opis: This thesis explores the implementation of a personalized and accurate recommender system for computer components, addressing key challenges within the e-commerce sector. A full-stack solution was developed, featuring a React-based frontend, a Flask backend, and a MongoDB database. The system integrates and evaluates four distinct recommendation algorithms: a basic model, Content-Based Filtering (CBF), Collaborative Filtering (CF), and a hybrid approach. Evaluation metrics revealed that CBF provided the highest accuracy among the individual methods. The hybrid system's performance matched that of the CBF model, primarily due to insufficient user interaction data limiting the effectiveness of the CF component. This outcome underscores the critical need for comprehensive datasets to fully leverage the power of collaborative and hybrid recommendation systems. Ključne besede: recommender system, computer components, hybrid recommender system, machine learning Objavljeno v DKUM: 23.10.2025; Ogledov: 0; Prenosov: 9
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6. Machine learning in antiviral drug designAnja Kolarič, Marko Jukič, Urban Bren, 2026, pregledni znanstveni članek Opis: Viral infections pose a significant health threat worldwide. Due to the high mutation rates of many viruses and their reliance on host cellular machinery, the development of effective antiviral therapies is particularly difficult. As a result, only a limited number of antiviral agents is currently available. In parallel to modern vaccines, traditional antiviral drug development is both time-consuming and costly, underscoring the need for faster, more efficient approaches. In recent years, particularly since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, machine learning (ML) together with broader artificial intelligence (AI), have emerged as powerful methodologies for drug discovery and offer the potential to accelerate the identification and development of antiviral agents. This review examines the application of ML in the early stages of antiviral drug discovery, with a particular focus on recent studies where ML methods have successfully identified hit compounds with experimentally demonstrated activity in biological assays. By highlighting these successful case studies, the review illustrates the growing impact of ML in advancing the discovery of urgently needed novel antivirals. Ključne besede: machine learning, artificial intelligence, antiviral compounds, biological activity Objavljeno v DKUM: 17.10.2025; Ogledov: 0; Prenosov: 4
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7. What can artificial intelligence do for soil health in agriculture?Stefan Schweng, Luca Bernardini, Katharina Keiblinger, Peter Kaul, Iztok Fister, Niko Lukač, Javier Del Ser, Andreas Holzinger, 2025, pregledni znanstveni članek Opis: The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into soil research presents significant opportunities to advance the understanding, management, and conservation of soil ecosystems. This paper reviews the diverse applications of AI in soil health assessment, predictive modeling of soil properties, and the development of pedotransfer functions within the context of agriculture, emphasizing AI’s advantages over traditional analytical methods. We identify soil organic matter decline, compaction, and biodiversity loss as the most frequently addressed forms of soil degradation. Strong trends include the creation of digital soil maps, particularly for soil organic carbon and chemical properties using remote sensing or easily measurable proxies, as well as the development of decision support systems for crop rotation planning and IoT-based monitoring of soil health and crop performance. While random forest models dominate, support vector machines and neural networks are also widely applied for soil parameter modeling. Our analysis of datasets reveals clear regional biases, with tropical, arid, mild continental, and polar tundra climates remaining underrepresented despite their agricultural relevance. We also highlight gaps in predictor–response combinations for soil property modeling, pointing to promising research avenues such as estimating heavy metal content from soil mineral nitrogen content, microbial biomass, or earthworm abundance. Finally, we provide practical guidelines on data preparation, feature extraction, and model selection. Overall, this study synthesizes recent advances, identifies methodological limitations, and outlines a roadmap for future research, underscoring AI’s transformative potential in soil science. Ključne besede: artificial intelligence, machine learning, agriculture, soil health, soil parameter modeling, regional data bias Objavljeno v DKUM: 17.10.2025; Ogledov: 0; Prenosov: 3
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8. The role of intelligent data analysis in selected endurance sports : a systematic literature reviewAlen Rajšp, Patrik Rek, Peter Kokol, Iztok Fister, 2025, pregledni znanstveni članek Opis: In endurance sports, athletes and coaches shift increasingly from intuition-based decisionmaking to data-driven approaches powered by modern technology and analytics. Since 2018, the field has experienced significant advances, influencing endurance sports disciplines. This systematic literature review identified 75 peer-reviewed studies on intelligent data analysis in endurance sports training. Each study was categorized by its intelligent method (e.g., machine learning, deep learning, computational intelligence), the types of sensors and wearables used, and the specific training application and approach. Our synthesis reveals that machine learning and deep learning are among the most used approaches, with running and cycling identified as the most extensively studied sports. Physiological and environmental data, such as heart rate, biomechanical signals, and GPS, are often used to aid in generating personalized training plans, predicting injuries, and increasing athletes’ long-term performance. Despite these advancements, challenges remain, related to data quality and the small participant sample sizes. Ključne besede: smart sports training, endurance sports, intelligent data analysis, machine learning, artificial intelligence, computational intelligence, systematic literature review Objavljeno v DKUM: 02.10.2025; Ogledov: 0; Prenosov: 6
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9. Usage of Artificial Intelligence Tools in Human Resources ManagementVanna Jensen, 2025, diplomsko delo Opis: Artificial intelligence is one of the largest technological trends in the 2020s, and many processes have been transformed by it, just like all technological innovations have. It is no longer based exclusively on corporate level, but since its free public launch, AI has become much more accessible that people are even using it for personal needs. Human Resources Management is not immune to the changes and HR leaders are utilising it as well to improve efficiency, data-driven leadership and decision-making. However, there is one concern from general public: how smart and ethical is it to have AI deployed in a department that is about managing humans and its relationships, where we need to have a human to understand the context and emotions?
The theoretical part of this thesis explores technological evolution of Human Resources Management, brief fundaments for the AI technology, HRM areas where it can be applied, along with its benefits and detriments, which serves as the basis to gain knowledge and insights through literature review. Furthermore, the empirical part explores the actual usage by interviewing HR leaders that have deployed AI into their technical stack. With rich qualitative data from different perspectives, we are able to see how AI is being used, and HR professionals’ respective opinions, who all agree that AI is a powerful tool that transforms the HRM processes by dealing with repetitive and mostly administrative tasks, leaving plenty of space to focus on more creative and strategic tasks. One of the largest concerns regarding AI is in people; how they train the model and to what extent is AI being relied on. Ključne besede: human resources management, artificial intelligence, machine learning Objavljeno v DKUM: 10.09.2025; Ogledov: 0; Prenosov: 12
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10. User evaluation of a machine learning-based student performance prediction platformArbër H. Hoti, Xhemal Zenuni, Mentor Hamiti, Jaumin Ajdari, 2025, izvirni znanstveni članek Opis: Background/Purpose: The integration of machine learning in education has opened new possibilities for predicting student performance and enabling early interventions. While most of the work has been focused on prediction algorithms design and evaluations, little work has been done on user-centric evaluations. Methodology: This study evaluates a web-based platform designed for student performance prediction using various machine learning algorithms. Users, including students, professors, and career counselors, tested the platform and provided feedback on usability, accuracy, and recommendation likelihood. Results: Results indicate that the platform is user-friendly, requires minimal technical support, and delivers reliable predictions. Conclusion: Users strongly endorsed its adoption, highlighting its potential to assist educators in identifying at-risk students and improving academic outcomes. Ključne besede: student performance, machine learning, system evaluation Objavljeno v DKUM: 05.09.2025; Ogledov: 0; Prenosov: 1
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