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Subtitles in VR 360° video. Results from an eye-tracking experiment (2023)
Journal Article
Brescia-Zapata, M., Krejtz, K., Duchowski, A. T., Hughes, C. J., & Orero, P. (2023). Subtitles in VR 360° video. Results from an eye-tracking experiment. Perspectives, 1-23. https://doi.org/10.1080/0907676x.2023.2268122

Virtual and Augmented Reality, collectively known as eXtended Reality, are key technologies for the next generation of human?computer?human interaction. In this context, 360° videos are becoming ubiquitous and especially suitable for providing immers... Read More about Subtitles in VR 360° video. Results from an eye-tracking experiment.

Visible outside view as a facilitation tool to evaluate view quality and shading systems through building openings (2023)
Journal Article
Abdelrahman, M., Coates, P., & Poppelreuter, T. (in press). Visible outside view as a facilitation tool to evaluate view quality and shading systems through building openings. Journal of Building Engineering, 80, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jobe.2023.108049

Viewing the natural environment from inside homes and workplaces has been recognized by a range of scholars as having an impact on improving health and well-being. Research has shown that a combination of outdoor elements – such as blue sky, sea view... Read More about Visible outside view as a facilitation tool to evaluate view quality and shading systems through building openings.

The First Cadenza Signal Processing Challenge: Improving Music for Those With a Hearing Loss (2023)
Conference Proceeding
Dabike, G. R., Bannister, S., Firth, J., Graetzer, S., Vos, R., Akeroyd, M. A., …Whitmer, W. (2023). The First Cadenza Signal Processing Challenge: Improving Music for Those With a Hearing Loss.

The Cadenza project aims to improve the audio quality of music for those who have a hearing loss. This is being done through a series of signal processing challenges, to foster better and more inclusive technologies. In the first round, two common li... Read More about The First Cadenza Signal Processing Challenge: Improving Music for Those With a Hearing Loss.

Cloud-Based Quad Deep Ensemble Framework for the Detection of COVID-19 Omicron and Delta Variants (2023)
Journal Article
Tiwari, R. S., Dandabani, L., Das, T. K., Khan, S. B., Basheer, S., & Alqahtani, M. S. (in press). Cloud-Based Quad Deep Ensemble Framework for the Detection of COVID-19 Omicron and Delta Variants. Diagnostics, 13(22), 3419. https://doi.org/10.3390/diagnostics13223419

The mortality rates of patients contracting the Omicron and Delta variants of COVID-19 are very high, and COVID-19 is the worst variant of COVID. Hence, our objective is to detect COVID-19 Omicron and Delta variants from lung CT-scan images. We desig... Read More about Cloud-Based Quad Deep Ensemble Framework for the Detection of COVID-19 Omicron and Delta Variants.

Antibiotics that target mitochondria extend lifespan in C. elegans (2023)
Journal Article
Bonuccelli, G., Brooks, D. R., Shepherd, S., Sotgia, F., Lisanti, M. P., Brooks, D. R., & Lisanti, M. P. (in press). Antibiotics that target mitochondria extend lifespan in C. elegans. Aging, 15(21), 11764-11781. https://doi.org/10.18632/aging.205229

Aging is a continuous degenerative process caused by a progressive decline of cell and tissue functions in an organism. It is induced by the accumulation of damage that affects normal cellular processes, ultimately leading to cell death. It has been... Read More about Antibiotics that target mitochondria extend lifespan in C. elegans.

The integrative multi-omics approach identifies the novel competing endogenous RNA (ceRNA) network in colorectal cancer (2023)
Journal Article
Mahmoodi Chalbatani, G., Gharagouzloo, E., Malekraeisi, M. A., Azizi, P., Ebrahimi, A., Hamblin, M. R., …Panahi, B. (in press). The integrative multi-omics approach identifies the novel competing endogenous RNA (ceRNA) network in colorectal cancer. Scientific Reports, 13(1), 19454. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-023-46620-z

Circular RNAs (circRNA) are known to function as competing endogenous RNA (ceRNA) in various cancers by regulating microRNAs (miRNA). However, in colorectal cancer (CRC), the precise pathological role of circ000240/miRNA/mRNA remains indeterminate. T... Read More about The integrative multi-omics approach identifies the novel competing endogenous RNA (ceRNA) network in colorectal cancer.

CyberEntRel: Joint Extraction of Cyber Entities and Relations using Deep Learning (2023)
Journal Article
Ahmed, K., Khurshid, S. K., & Hina, S. (2024). CyberEntRel: Joint Extraction of Cyber Entities and Relations using Deep Learning. Computers and Security, 136, 103579. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cose.2023.103579

The cyber threat intelligence (CTI) knowledge graph is beneficial for making robust defense strategies for security professionals. These are built from cyber threat intelligence data based on relation triples where each relation triple contains two e... Read More about CyberEntRel: Joint Extraction of Cyber Entities and Relations using Deep Learning.

An Alzheimer’s disease classification model using transfer learning densenet with embedded healthcare decision support system (2023)
Journal Article
Saleh, A. W., Gupta, G., Khan, S. B., Alkhaldi, N. A., & Verma, A. (2023). An Alzheimer’s disease classification model using transfer learning densenet with embedded healthcare decision support system. #Journal not on list, 9, 100348. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.dajour.2023.100348

Training a Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) from scratch is time-consuming and expensive. In this study, we propose implementing the DenseNet architecture for classification of AD in three classes. Our approach leverages transfer learning architect... Read More about An Alzheimer’s disease classification model using transfer learning densenet with embedded healthcare decision support system.

Computation of stagnation point convection flow of CNT- nanofluids from a stretching sheet with melting: dual solution (2023)
Journal Article
Rifat, M., Rubel, H., Ferdows, M., Tazin, T., Bég, T. A., Bég, O. A., & Kadir, A. (2023). Computation of stagnation point convection flow of CNT- nanofluids from a stretching sheet with melting: dual solution. #Journal not on list, https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4063645

A theoretical study in stagnation point flow is presented where melting heat transfer effects of carbon nanotube (CNT)-from a stretching surface is appeared. Both carbon nanotubes like single-wall CNT (SWCNT) and multi-wall CNT (MWCNT) are homogeneou... Read More about Computation of stagnation point convection flow of CNT- nanofluids from a stretching sheet with melting: dual solution.

Empirical Investigation of Practitioners' Perceptions of Agile Testing Coordination in Medical Information Systems Development (2023)
Conference Proceeding
Salihu, Y. B., Bass, J. M., & Iyawa, G. E. (in press). Empirical Investigation of Practitioners' Perceptions of Agile Testing Coordination in Medical Information Systems Development.

Despite adopting agile practices during large-scale agile software development testing, practitioners developing medical information systems face critical challenges coordinating agile software testing. The lack of collaboration and coordination amon... Read More about Empirical Investigation of Practitioners' Perceptions of Agile Testing Coordination in Medical Information Systems Development.

Empirical Investigation of Practitioners' Perceptions of Agile Testing Coordination in Medical Information Systems Development (2023)
Conference Proceeding
Salihu, Y. B., Bass, J. M., & Iyawa, G. E. (in press). Empirical Investigation of Practitioners' Perceptions of Agile Testing Coordination in Medical Information Systems Development.

Despite adopting agile practices during large-scale agile software development testing, practitioners developing medical information systems face critical challenges coordinating agile software testing. The lack of collaboration and coordination amon... Read More about Empirical Investigation of Practitioners' Perceptions of Agile Testing Coordination in Medical Information Systems Development.

Factors Amplifying or Inhibiting Cyber Threat Intelligence Sharing (2023)
Conference Proceeding
Nainna, M. A., Bass, J. M., & Speakman, L. (in press). Factors Amplifying or Inhibiting Cyber Threat Intelligence Sharing.

The increasing frequency of cyberattacks by criminal and state-sponsored actors, has elevated the importance of cyber threat intelligence for organisations. We are interested to understand why practitioner share cyber threat intelligence and the impe... Read More about Factors Amplifying or Inhibiting Cyber Threat Intelligence Sharing.

Metaverse-IDS: Deep learning-based intrusion detection system for Metaverse-IoT networks (2023)
Journal Article
Gaber, T., Awotunde, J. B., Torky, M., Ajagbe, S. A., Hammoudeh, M., & Li, W. (2023). Metaverse-IDS: Deep learning-based intrusion detection system for Metaverse-IoT networks. Internet of Things, 24, 100977. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.iot.2023.100977

Combining the metaverse and the Internet of Things (IoT) will lead to the development of diverse, virtual, and more advanced networks in the future. The integration of IoT networks with the metaverse will enable more meaningful connections between th... Read More about Metaverse-IDS: Deep learning-based intrusion detection system for Metaverse-IoT networks.

Exploring Gamification Research Trends Using Topic Modeling (2023)
Journal Article
Ayaz, A., Ozyurt, O., Al-Rahmi, W. M., Salloum, S., Shutaleva, A., Alblehai, F., & Habes, M. (2023). Exploring Gamification Research Trends Using Topic Modeling. IEEE Access, https://doi.org/10.1109/access.2023.3326444

Gamification holds significant importance as an efficacious means to motivate individuals, stimulate their engagement, and foster desired behaviors. There is an increasing interest among researchers in exploring the domain of gamification. Consequent... Read More about Exploring Gamification Research Trends Using Topic Modeling.

Enhanced Activity and Stability of an Acetyl Xylan Esterase in Hydrophilic Alcohols through Site-Directed Mutagenesis (2023)
Journal Article
Madubuike, H., & Ferry, N. (in press). Enhanced Activity and Stability of an Acetyl Xylan Esterase in Hydrophilic Alcohols through Site-Directed Mutagenesis. Molecules, 28(21), 7393. https://doi.org/10.3390/molecules28217393

Current demands for the development of suitable biocatalysts showing high process performance is stimulated by the need to replace current chemical synthesis with cleaner alternatives. A drawback to the use of biocatalysts for unique applications is... Read More about Enhanced Activity and Stability of an Acetyl Xylan Esterase in Hydrophilic Alcohols through Site-Directed Mutagenesis.

How Activated Carbon Can Help You—Processes, Properties and Technological Applications (2023)
Journal Article
Scholz, M. (in press). How Activated Carbon Can Help You—Processes, Properties and Technological Applications. Technologies, 11(6), 153. https://doi.org/10.3390/technologies11060153

Activated carbon has many potential applications in both the liquid and gas phases. How activated carbon can help practitioners in industry is explained. This practical teaching article introduces the first part of the special issue on Recent Advance... Read More about How Activated Carbon Can Help You—Processes, Properties and Technological Applications.

Critical Success Factors and Challenges in Adopting Digital Transformation in the Saudi Ministry of Education (2023)
Journal Article
Alojail, M., Alshehri, J., & Khan, S. B. (in press). Critical Success Factors and Challenges in Adopting Digital Transformation in the Saudi Ministry of Education. Sustainability, 15(21), 15492. https://doi.org/10.3390/su152115492

Many countries are using digital transformation to increase their productivity and organizational performance. In Saudi Arabia, digital transformation is a crucial part of their Saudi Vision 2030 plan, but it is still in its early stages. To understa... Read More about Critical Success Factors and Challenges in Adopting Digital Transformation in the Saudi Ministry of Education.

Evidence for Bartonella quintana in Lice Collected from the Clothes of Ethiopian Homeless Individuals (2023)
Journal Article
Tufa, T. B., Margos, G., Fingerle, V., Hartberger, C., Poppert, S., Birtles, R. J., …Feldt, T. (in press). Evidence for Bartonella quintana in Lice Collected from the Clothes of Ethiopian Homeless Individuals. Pathogens, 12(11), 1299. https://doi.org/10.3390/pathogens12111299

Human lice, Pediculus humanus, can transmit various pathogens, including Bartonella quintana, Borrelia recurrentis, and Rickettsia prowazekii. Xenosurveillance is an epidemiological approach to assessing human infection risks performed by screening v... Read More about Evidence for Bartonella quintana in Lice Collected from the Clothes of Ethiopian Homeless Individuals.

Managing Uncertainties in Supply Chains for Enhanced E-Commerce Engagement: A Generation Z Perspective on Retail Shopping through Facebook (2023)
Journal Article
Al Moteri, M., Alojail, M., & Khan, S. B. (in press). Managing Uncertainties in Supply Chains for Enhanced E-Commerce Engagement: A Generation Z Perspective on Retail Shopping through Facebook. Sustainability, 15(21), 15351. https://doi.org/10.3390/su152115351

This research investigates the uncertainties in supply chains using symmetrical and asymmetrical modeling tools, focusing on the attitudes of millennials towards Facebook retail shopping. By exploring antecedents such as pleasure, credibility, and pe... Read More about Managing Uncertainties in Supply Chains for Enhanced E-Commerce Engagement: A Generation Z Perspective on Retail Shopping through Facebook.

Two-stage Domain Adaptation for Infrared Ship Target Segmentation (2023)
Journal Article
Zhang, T., Shen, H., Rehman, S. U., Liu, Z., Li, Y., & Rehman, O. U. (2023). Two-stage Domain Adaptation for Infrared Ship Target Segmentation. IEEE Transactions on Geoscience and Remote Sensing, 61, https://doi.org/10.1109/tgrs.2023.3325298

Ship target segmentation in infrared scenes has always been a hot topic, since it is an important basis and prerequisite for infrared-guided weapons to reliably capture and recognize ship targets in the sea-level background. However, given the small... Read More about Two-stage Domain Adaptation for Infrared Ship Target Segmentation.