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Breast tumor segmentation in ultrasound images using contextual-information-aware deep adversarial learning framework. (2020)
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SINGH, V.K., ABDEL-NASSER, M., AKRAM, F., RASHWAN, H.A., SARKER, M.M.K., PANDEY, N., ROMANI, S. and PUIG, D. 2020. Breast tumor segmentation in ultrasound images using contextual-information-aware deep adversarial learning framework. Expert systems with applications [online], 162, article 113870. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eswa.2020.113870

Automatic tumor segmentation in breast ultrasound (BUS) images is still a challenging task because of many sources of uncertainty, such as speckle noise, very low signal-to-noise ratio, shadows that make the anatomical boundaries of tumors ambiguous,... Read More about Breast tumor segmentation in ultrasound images using contextual-information-aware deep adversarial learning framework..

Particle emission measurements in three scenarios of mechanical degradation of polypropylene-nanoclay nanocomposites. (2020)
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BLAZQUEZ, M., MARCHANTE, V., GENDRE, L., STAROST, K., NJUGUNA, J., SCHUTZ, J.A., LACAVE, J.M., EGIZABAL, A., ELIZETXEA, C. and CAJARAVILLE, M.P. 2020. Particle emission measurements in three scenarios of mechanical degradation of polypropylene-nanoclay nanocomposites. Journal of aerosol science [online], 150, article ID 105629. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jaerosci.2020.105629

Researchers and legislators have both claimed the necessity to standardize the exposure assessment of polymer nanocomposites throughout their life cycle. In the present study we have developed and compared three different and independent operational... Read More about Particle emission measurements in three scenarios of mechanical degradation of polypropylene-nanoclay nanocomposites..

A new active power controller in dual active bridge DC-DC converter with a minimum-current-point-tracking technique. (2020)
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HEBALA, O.M., ABOUSHADY, A.A., AHMED, K.H., ABDELSALAM, I. and BURGESS, S.J. 2021. A new active power controller in dual active bridge DC-DC converter with a minimum-current-point-tracking technique. IEEE journal of emerging and selected topics in power electronics [online], 9(2), pages 1328-1338. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1109/jestpe.2020.3016771

This article proposes a new controller for power regulation in dual active bridge (DAB) dc-dc converter based on a new scheme that tracks minimum RMS current to ensure minimum losses. The proposed controller is based on an implementation of perturb a... Read More about A new active power controller in dual active bridge DC-DC converter with a minimum-current-point-tracking technique..

What are the unmet supportive care needs of men affected by penile cancer? A systematic review of the empirical evidence. (2020)
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PATERSON, C., PRIMEAU, C., BOWKER, M., JENSEN, B., MACLENNAN, S., YUAN, Y. and N'DOW, J. 2020. What are the unmet supportive care needs of men affected by penile cancer? A systematic review of the empirical evidence. European journal of oncology nursing [online], 48, article ID 101805. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ejon.2020.101805

Purpose: To systematically evaluate evidence regarding the unmet supportive care needs of men affected by penile cancer and their partners to create a holistic model of care and inform clinical practice guidelines. Methods: We searched CINAHL, MEDLIN... Read More about What are the unmet supportive care needs of men affected by penile cancer? A systematic review of the empirical evidence..

The muscle carnosine response to beta-alanine supplementation: a systematic review with bayesian individual and aggregate data e-max model and meta-analysis. (2020)
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REZENDE, N.S., SWINTON, P., DE OLIVEIRA, L.F., DA SILVA, R.P., DA EIRA SILVA, V., NEMEZIO, K., YAMAGUCHI, G., ARTIOLI, G.G., GUALANO, B., SAUNDERS, B. and DOLAN, E. 2020. The muscle carnosine response to beta-alanine supplementation: a systematic review with bayesian individual and aggregate data E-max model and meta-analysis. Frontiers in physiology [online], 11, article ID 913. Available from: https://doi.org/10.3389/fphys.2020.00913

Beta-alanine (BA) supplementation increases muscle carnosine content (MCarn), and has many proven, and purported, ergogenic and therapeutic benefits. Currently, many questions on the nature of the MCarn response to supplementation are open, and the r... Read More about The muscle carnosine response to beta-alanine supplementation: a systematic review with bayesian individual and aggregate data e-max model and meta-analysis..

Characterising the application of the "progressive overload" principle of exercise training within cardiac rehabilitation: a United Kingdom-based community programme. (2020)
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KHUSHHAL, A., NICHOLS, S., CARROLL, S., ABT, G. and INGLE, L. 2020. Characterising the application of the "progressive overload" principle of exercise training within cardiac rehabilitation: a United Kingdom-based community programme. PLoS ONE (online), 15(8), article number e0237197. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0237197

Recent concerns have cast doubt over the effectiveness of cardiac rehabilitation (CR) programmes for improving cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) in patients with a history of cardiac disease in the United Kingdom (UK). Through an observational study, w... Read More about Characterising the application of the "progressive overload" principle of exercise training within cardiac rehabilitation: a United Kingdom-based community programme..

Germination improves the polyphenolic profile and functional value of mung bean (Vigna radiata L.). (2020)
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KAPRAVELOU, G., MARTINEZ, R., PERAZZOLI, G., GONZÁLEZ, C.S., LLOPIS, J., CANTARERO, S., GOUA, M., BERMANO, G., PRADOS, J., MELGUIZO, C., ARANDA, P., LÓPEZ-JURADO, M. and PORRES, J.M. 2020. Germination improves the polyphenolic profile and functional value of mung bean (Vigna radiata L.). Antioxidants [online], 9(8), article ID 746. Available from: https://doi.org/10.3390/antiox9080746

The use of legumes as functional foods has gained increasing attention for the prevention and treatment of the so called non-communicable diseases that are highly prevalent worldwide. In this regard, biotechnological approaches for the enhancement of... Read More about Germination improves the polyphenolic profile and functional value of mung bean (Vigna radiata L.)..

The physical demands of mixed martial arts: a narrative review using the ARMSS model to provide a hierarchy of evidence. (2020)
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KIRK, C., CLARK, D.R., LANGAN-EVANS, C. and MORTON, J.P. 2020. The physical demands of mixed martial arts: a narrative review using the ARMSS model to provide a hierarchy of evidence. Journal of sports science [online], 38(24), pages 2819-2841. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1080/02640414.2020.1802093

The physical demands of mixed martial arts (MMA) training and competition is not yet well quantified. The Applied Research Model for the Sport Sciences (ARMSS) provides a framework through which to conduct sport science, determining pertinent questio... Read More about The physical demands of mixed martial arts: a narrative review using the ARMSS model to provide a hierarchy of evidence..

What natural and social scientists need from each other for effective marine environmental assessment: insights from collaborative research on the Tomakomai CCS demonstration project. (2020)
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MABON, L., KITA, J., ONCHI, H., KAWABE, M., KATANO, T., KOHNO, H. and HUANG, Y.-C. 2020. What natural and social scientists need from each other for effective marine environmental assessment: insights from collaborative research on the Tomakomai CCS demonstration project. Marine pollution bulletin [online], 159, article ID 111520. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.marpolbul.2020.111520

We propose actions to guide collaboration between ‘natural’ and ‘social’ science disciplines in marine environmental issues. Despite enthusiasm for interdisciplinarity on environmental issues, institutional and disciplinary barriers remain for interd... Read More about What natural and social scientists need from each other for effective marine environmental assessment: insights from collaborative research on the Tomakomai CCS demonstration project..

Investigating the incidence, nature, severity and potential causality of medication errors in hospital settings in Qatar. (2020)
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THOMAS, B., PALLIVALAPILA, A., EL KASSEM, W., AL HAIL, M., PAUDYAL, V., MCLAY, J., MACLURE, K. and STEWART, D. 2021. Investigating the incidence, nature, severity and potential causality of medication errors in hospital settings in Qatar. International journal of clinical pharmacy [online], 43(1), pages 77-84. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11096-020-01108-y

Background: Medication errors are a major public health concern that negatively impact patient safety and health outcomes. Effective and efficient medication error reporting systems and practices are imperative in reducing error incidence and severit... Read More about Investigating the incidence, nature, severity and potential causality of medication errors in hospital settings in Qatar..

Stem cell‐derived enteroid cultures as a tool for dissecting host‐parasite interactions in the small intestinal epithelium. (2020)
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HARES, M.F., TIFFNEY, E.A., JOHNSTON, L.J., LUU, L., STEWART, C.J., FLYNN, R.J. and COOMBES, J.L. 2021. Stem cell-derived enteroid cultures as a tool for dissecting host-parasite interactions in the small intestinal epithelium. Parasite immunology [online], 43(2): parasites and tissue micro-environment, article e12765. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1111/pim.12765

Toxoplasma gondii and Cryptosporidium spp. can cause devastating pathological effects in humans and livestock, and in particular to young or immunocompromised individuals. The current treatment plans for these enteric parasites are limited due to lon... Read More about Stem cell‐derived enteroid cultures as a tool for dissecting host‐parasite interactions in the small intestinal epithelium..

Investigating the challenges of refinery construction in Nigeria: a snapshot across two-timeframes over the past 55 years. (2020)
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IHEUKWUMERE, O.E., MOORE, D. and OMOTAYO, T. 2020. Investigating the challenges of refinery construction in Nigeria: a snapshot across two-timeframes over the past 55 years. International journal of construction supply chain management [online], 10(1), pages 46-72. Available from: https://doi.org/10.14424/ijcscm100120-46-72

The sub-optimal performance of state-owned refineries in Nigeria has led to a significant gap in the supply of refined petroleum products (RPPs) in the country. More so, the growing demand for these products has further widened the gap to the range o... Read More about Investigating the challenges of refinery construction in Nigeria: a snapshot across two-timeframes over the past 55 years..

A case study series of the health status and key anthropometry in very large strength athletes. (2020)
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CHAPPELL, A. and SIMPER, T. 2020. A case study series of the health status and key anthropometry in very large strength athletes. IUSCA journal [online], 1(1), article ID 2, pages 1-20. Available from: https://doi.org/10.47206/iuscaj.v1i1.2

Strongmen are characterised by the large mass they use to perform feats of strength, but the effect this large mass has on the athlete's health is unknown. The aim of this study was to: characterise a group of strongmen and to compare observed values... Read More about A case study series of the health status and key anthropometry in very large strength athletes..

Explaining the relationship between religiosity and increased wellbeing avoidance of identity threat as a key factor. (2020)
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PHILLIPS, R., CONNELLY, V. and BURGESS, M. 2021. Explaining the relationship between religiosity and increased wellbeing avoidance of identity threat as a key factor. Journal of beliefs and values [online], 42(2), pages 163-176. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1080/13617672.2020.1799152

Previous research outlines a relationship between religiosity and increased mental and physical wellbeing. However, to date findings from quantitative and qualitative research do not offer an unambiguous explanation for this relationship. The study a... Read More about Explaining the relationship between religiosity and increased wellbeing avoidance of identity threat as a key factor..

Handling minority class problem in threats detection based on heterogeneous ensemble learning approach. (2020)
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EKE, H., PETROVSKI, A. and AHRIZ, H. 2020. Handling minority class problem in threats detection based on heterogeneous ensemble learning approach. International journal of systems and software security and protection [online], 13(3), pages 13-37. Available from: https://doi.org/10.4018/IJSSSP.2020070102

Multiclass problem, such as detecting multi-steps behaviour of Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) have been a major global challenge, due to their capability to navigates around defenses and to evade detection for a prolonged period of time. Targeted... Read More about Handling minority class problem in threats detection based on heterogeneous ensemble learning approach..

Electroencephalogram (EEG) human stress level classification based on theta/beta ratio. (2020)
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WEN, T.Y., BANI, N.A., MUHAMMAD-SUKKI, F. and MOHD-ARIS, S.A. 2020. Electroencephalogram (EEG) human stress level classification based on theta/beta ratio. International journal of integrated engineering [online], 12(6): electrical and electronic engineering, pages 174-180. Available from: https://doi.org/10.30880/ijie.2020.12.06.020

Stress analysis by utilizing electroencephalography (EEG) device in conjunction with signal processing techniques has emerged as an important area of research and the efforts are being made on detecting and classifying stress level. Non-invasive EEG... Read More about Electroencephalogram (EEG) human stress level classification based on theta/beta ratio..

Oil-based mud waste reclamation and utilisation in low-density polyethylene composites. (2020)
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SIDDIQUE, S., YATES, K., MATTHEWS, K., CSETENYI, L.J. and NJUGUNA, J. 2020. Oil-based mud waste reclamation and utilisation in low-density polyethylene composites. Waste management and research [online], 38(12), pages 1331-1344. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1177/0734242X20941076

Oil-based mud (OBM) waste from the oil and gas exploration industry can be valorised to tailor-made reclaimed clay-reinforced low-density polyethylene (LDPE) nanocomposites. This study aims to fill the information gap in the literature and to provide... Read More about Oil-based mud waste reclamation and utilisation in low-density polyethylene composites..

Upgrading biogas to biomethane by use of nano-structured ceramic membranes. (2020)
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OGUNLUDE, P., ABUNUMAH, O., ORAKWE, I., SHEHU, H., MUHAMMAD-SUKKI, F. and GOBINA, E. 2020. Upgrading biogas to biomethane by use of nano-structured ceramic membranes. Detritus [online], 12, pages 73-77. Available from: https://doi.org/10.31025/2611-4135/2020.13996

In order to meet the demands of growing economies while considering environmental implications, the use of clean and renewable sources of energy has increasingly become of interest. Biogas utilisation is a means by which these rising needs can be met... Read More about Upgrading biogas to biomethane by use of nano-structured ceramic membranes..

Does education in library and information studies in the United Kingdom have a future? (2020)
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MARCELLA, R. and OPPENHEIM, C. 2020. Does education in library and information studies in the United Kingdom have a future? Education for information [online], 36(4), pages 411-440. Available from: https://doi.org/10.3233/EFI-200370

The last decade has seen a decline in the fortunes of the Library and Information Science (LIS) sector in the UK, both in professional practice and in higher education. This paper sets out to assess the health and wellbeing of LIS teaching and resear... Read More about Does education in library and information studies in the United Kingdom have a future?.

Semisupervised hypergraph discriminant learning for dimensionality reduction of hyperspectral image. (2020)
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LUO, F., GUO, T., LIN, Z., REN, J. and ZHOU, X. 2020. Semisupervised hypergraph discriminant learning for dimensionality reduction of hyperspectral image. IEEE journal of selected topics in applied earth observations and remote sensing [online], 13, pages 4242-4256. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1109/jstars.2020.3011431

Semisupervised learning is an effective technique to represent the intrinsic features of a hyperspectral image (HSI), which can reduce the cost to obtain the labeled information of samples. However, traditional semisupervised learning methods fail to... Read More about Semisupervised hypergraph discriminant learning for dimensionality reduction of hyperspectral image..