Abstract-There are various noisy non-linear mathematical optimization problems that can be effectively solved by Metaheuristic Algorithms. These are iterative search processes that efficiently perform the exploration and exploitation in the solution space, aiming to efficiently find near optimal solutions. Considering the solution space in a specified region, some models contain global optimum and multiple local optima. In this context, two types of meta-heuristics called Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) and Firefly algorithms were devised to find optimal solutions of noisy non-linear continuous mathematical models. Firefly Algorithm is one of the recent evolutionary computing models which is inspired by fireflies behavior in nature. PSO is population based optimization technique inspired by social behavior of bird flocking or fish schooling. A series of computational experiments using each algorithm were conducted. The results of this experiment were analyzed and compared to the best solutions found so far on the basis of mean of execution time to converge to the optimum. The Firefly algorithm seems to perform better for higher levels of noise.

Schwannoma (also known as neurilemmoma, peripheral glioma and peripheral nerve sheath tumor) is a common, histologically distinctive, benign, usually encapsulated, peripheral nerve tumor of Schwann cell origin. Schwannomas can appear anywhere in the body, but are more frequently reported in the head and neck with an incidence of 25–48% in maxillofacial region. Resorption of bones due to schwannoma is rarely noticed in maxillofacial region. We hereby present a case report of schwannoma in a 35–year-old female, causing resorption of zygomatic arch along with review of literature.

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