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Monetization of politics and public procurement in Ghana. (2023)
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LASSOU, P.J.C., SOROLA, M., SENKL, D., LAUWO, S.G. and MASSE, C. 2024. Monetization of politics and public procurement in Ghana. Accounting, auditing and accountability journal [online], 37(1), pages 85-118. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1108/aaaj-07-2021-5341

This paper aims to investigate the prevalence of corruption in Ghana to understand how and why it has turned public procurement into a mere money-making scheme instead of a means to provide needed public goods and services. The study focuses on Ghana... Read More about Monetization of politics and public procurement in Ghana..

Structural response of a compliant pipe-in-pipe under frictionless and frictional conditions of the seabed. (2023)
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MOHAMMED, A.I., BARTZAS, K., JOHNSON, C., SPENCE, S., SYKES, P., KIDD, G., MCCONNACHIE, J. and NJUGUNA, J. 2023. Structural response of a compliant pipe-in-pipe under frictionless and frictional conditions of the seabed. Ocean engineering [online], 276, article 114020. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.oceaneng.2023.114020

Pipe-in-Pipe (PIP) technology has been studied significantly owing to its superior performance in deep-water and high-pressure high temperature fields than conventional single pipe. The PIP system has excellent track record of mitigating flow assuran... Read More about Structural response of a compliant pipe-in-pipe under frictionless and frictional conditions of the seabed..

The effects of alkylthio chains on the properties of symmetric liquid crystal dimers. (2023)
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CRUICKSHANK, E., STRACHAN, G.J., MAJEWSKA, M.M., POCIECHA, D., GORECKA, E., STOREY, J.M.D. and IMRIE, C.T. 2023. The effects of alkylthio chains on the properties of symmetric liquid crystal dimers. New journal of chemistry [online], 47(15), pages 7356-7368. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1039/D2NJ06252F

The synthesis and characterisation of four series of symmetric liquid crystal dimers containing either alkylthio or alkyloxy terminal chains are reported. The (E,E)-[pentane-1,5-diylbis(oxy-4,1-phenylene)]bis{N-[4-(alkyloxy)phenyl]methanimine}s, mO.O... Read More about The effects of alkylthio chains on the properties of symmetric liquid crystal dimers..

Defensive pessimism-like thinking in practice: the (dys)functional strategy for coping with risk uncertainty in the offshore oilfield? (2023)
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ADAMS, N.N. 2023. Defensive pessimism-like thinking in practice: the (dys)functional strategy for coping with risk uncertainty in the offshore oilfield? Journal of risk research [online], 26(5), pages 547-562. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1080/13669877.2023.2187433

UK Continental Shelf (UKCS) offshore oilfield drilling is recognised as a high-hazard occupation that occurs in one of the riskiest locations in the world. Dangerous machinery, combustible hydrocarbons, unpredictable weather conditions, rapidly shift... Read More about Defensive pessimism-like thinking in practice: the (dys)functional strategy for coping with risk uncertainty in the offshore oilfield?.

An artificial lift selection approach using machine learning: a case study in Sudan. (2023)
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MAHDI, M.A.A., AMISH, M. and OLUYEMI, G. 2023. An artificial lift selection approach using machine learning: a case study in Sudan. Energies [online], 16(6), article number 2853. Available from: https://doi.org/10.3390/en16062853

This article presents a machine learning (ML) application to examine artificial lift (AL) selection, using only field production datasets from a Sudanese oil field. Five ML algorithms were used to develop a selection model, and the results demonstrat... Read More about An artificial lift selection approach using machine learning: a case study in Sudan..

Computation of swirling hydromagnetic nanofluid flow containing gyrotactic microorganisms from a spinning disk to a porous medium with hall current and anisotropic slip effects. (2023)
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UMAVATHI, J.C., BÉG, O.A., KHAN, U.F., BÉG, T.A. and KADIR, A. 2023. Computation of swirling hydromagnetic nanofluid flow containing gyrotactic microorganisms from a spinning disk to a porous medium with hall current and anisotropic slip effects. ZAMM [online], 103(9), e202100575. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1002/zamm.202100575

Prompted by the advancements in hybrid bio-nano-swirling magnetic bioreactors, a mathematical model for the swirling flow from a rotating disk bioreactor to a magnetic fluid saturating a porous matrix and containing nanoparticles and gyrotactic micro... Read More about Computation of swirling hydromagnetic nanofluid flow containing gyrotactic microorganisms from a spinning disk to a porous medium with hall current and anisotropic slip effects..

An improved variable forgetting factor recursive least square-double extend Kalman filtering based on global mean particle swarm optimization algorithm for collaborative state of energy and state of health estimation of lithium-ion batteries. (2023)
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LONG, T., WANG, S., CAO, W., ZHOU, H. and FERNANDEZ, C. 2023. An improved variable forgetting factor recursive least square-double extend Kalman filtering based on global mean particle swarm optimization algorithm for collaborative state of energy and state of health estimation of lithium-ion batteries. Electrochimica acta [online], 450, article 142270. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.electacta.2023.142270

Accurate assessment of SOE and SOH is a critical issue in the battery management system. This paper proposes an improved variable forgetting factor recursive least square-double extend Kalman filtering algorithm based on global mean particle swarm op... Read More about An improved variable forgetting factor recursive least square-double extend Kalman filtering based on global mean particle swarm optimization algorithm for collaborative state of energy and state of health estimation of lithium-ion batteries..

On the elusivity of dynamic optimisation problems. (2023)
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ALZA, J., BARTLETT, M., CEBERIO, J. and MCCALL, J. 2023. On the elusivity of dynamic optimisation problems. Swarm and evolutionary computation [online], 78, article 101289. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.swevo.2023.101289

The field of dynamic optimisation continuously designs and compares algorithms with adaptation abilities that deal with changing problems during their search process. However, restarting the search algorithm after a detected change is sometimes a bet... Read More about On the elusivity of dynamic optimisation problems..

Sovereign debt sustainability: multilateral debt treatment and the credit rating impasse. (2023)
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MAK, C.H.W. 2023. Sovereign debt sustainability: multilateral debt treatment and the credit rating impasse. INSOL world [online], 2023(1st Quarter), page 39. Available from: https://publications.insol.org/view/823629741/39/

This is a review of "Sovereign Debt Sustainability: Multilateral Debt Treatment and the Credit Rating Impasse" by Daniel Cash (Routledge, 2022). The 2007-09 global economic crisis resulted in pressing issues for many countries, especially those with... Read More about Sovereign debt sustainability: multilateral debt treatment and the credit rating impasse..

A hybrid probabilistic correction model for the state of charge estimation of lithium-ion batteries considering dynamic currents and temperatures. (2023)
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TAKYI-ANINAKWA, P., WANG, S., ZHANG, H., YANG, X. and FERNANDEZ, C. 2023. A hybrid probabilistic correction model for the state of charge estimation of lithium-ion batteries considering dynamic currents and temperatures. Energy [online], 273, article 127231. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2023.127231

Accurately estimating the state of charge (SOC) of lithium-ion batteries by the battery management system (BMS) is crucial for safe electric vehicle (EV) operations. This paper proposes a SOC estimation method for lithium-ion batteries based on a dee... Read More about A hybrid probabilistic correction model for the state of charge estimation of lithium-ion batteries considering dynamic currents and temperatures..

Hong Kong: civil and commercial judgments: reciprocal recognition of Hong Kong and mainland court judgments. (2023)
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MAK, C.H.W. 2023. Hong Kong: civil and commercial judgments: reciprocal recognition of Hong Kong and mainland court judgments. Journal of international banking law and regulation [online], 38(4), pages N16-N17. Available from: https://uk.westlaw.com/Document/I1A0AD610C2CF11EDAFD6F430EC801F0E/View/FullText.html

The Hong Kong Legislative Council passed The Mainland Judgments in Civil and Commercial Matters (Reciprocal Enforcement) Ordinance (MJREO) on 26 October 2022. The Arrangement on Reciprocal Recognition and Enforcement of Judgments in Civil and Commerc... Read More about Hong Kong: civil and commercial judgments: reciprocal recognition of Hong Kong and mainland court judgments..

Advances in sustainable nanocomposites. (2023)
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SAHARUDIN, M.S., ILYAS, R.A., AWANG, N., HASBI, S., SHYHA, I. and INAM, F. 2023. Advances in sustainable nanocomposites. Sustainability [online], 15(6), article number 5125. Available from: https://doi.org/10.3390/su15065125

Advances in Sustainable Nanocomposites is a newly opened Special Issue of Sustainability, which aims to publish original and review papers on the new scientific development of sustainable nanocomposite materials that are accelerated by zero-carbon po... Read More about Advances in sustainable nanocomposites..

Contour extraction of medical images using an attention-based network. (2023)
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LV, J.J., CHEN, H.Y., LI, J.W., LIN, K.H., CHEN, R.J., WANG, L.J., ZENG, X.X., REN, J.C. and ZHAO, H.M. 2023. Contour extraction of medical images using an attention-based network. Biomedical signal processing and control [online], 84, article 104828. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bspc.2023.104828

A comprehensive analysis of medical images is important, as it assists in early screening and clinical treatment as well as subsequent rehabilitation. In general, the contour information can elaborately describe the shape and size of lesions in a med... Read More about Contour extraction of medical images using an attention-based network..

Mutation based improved dragonfly optimization algorithm for a neuro-fuzzy system in short term wind speed forecasting. (2023)
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PARMAKSIZ, H., YUZGEC, U., DOKUR, E. and ERDOGAN, N. 2023. Mutation based improved dragonfly optimization algorithm for a neuro-fuzzy system in short term wind speed forecasting. Knowledge-based systems [online], 268, article 110472. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.knosys.2023.110472

The Dragonfly algorithm (DA) is a heuristic optimization algorithm that is commonly used for complex optimization problems. Despite its widespread application, the abundance of social behaviors in its construct can lead to poor accuracy in solutions... Read More about Mutation based improved dragonfly optimization algorithm for a neuro-fuzzy system in short term wind speed forecasting..

Corrosion monitoring at the interface using sensors and advanced sensing materials: methods, challenges and opportunities. (2023)
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RAJENDRAN, V., PRATHURU, A., FERNANDEZ, C. and FAISAL, N.H. 2023. Corrosion monitoring at the interface using sensors and advanced sensing materials: methods, challenges and opportunities. Corrosion engineering, science and technology [online], 58(3), pages 281-321. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1080/1478422X.2023.2180195

Detecting and monitoring of corrosion is one of the major challenges in insulated metallic structures, or structures with one or more than one interface. This review paper aims to consolidate scattered literature on laboratory system-based corrosion... Read More about Corrosion monitoring at the interface using sensors and advanced sensing materials: methods, challenges and opportunities..

Recent advances in MXene composites research, applications and opportunities. (2023)
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SAHARUDIN, M.S., AYUB, A., HASBI, S., MUHAMMAD-SUKKI, F., SHYHA, I. and INAM, F. [2023]. Recent advances in MXene composites research, applications and opportunities. Materials today: proceedings [online], In Press. Proceedings of the 2022 Composite sciences and technology international conference (COMSAT2022), 22-23 August 2022, Johor, Malaysia. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matpr.2023.02.435

MXene composites have emerged as a promising class of materials due to their exceptional properties and versatility in various applications. In recent years, researchers have made significant progress in the development and characterization of MXene... Read More about Recent advances in MXene composites research, applications and opportunities..

How to write a successful grant application: guidance provided by the European Society of Clinical Pharmacy. (2023)
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WEIDMANN, A.E., CADOGAN, C.A., FIALOVÁ, D., HAZEN, A., HENMAN, M., LUTTERS, M., OKUYAN, B., PAUDYAL, V. and WIRTH, F. 2023. How to write a successful grant application: guidance provided by the European Society of Clinical Pharmacy. International journal of clinical pharmacy [online], 45(3), pages 781-786. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11096-023-01543-7

Considering a rejection rate of 80–90%, the preparation of a research grant is often considered a daunting task since it is resource intensive and there is no guarantee of success, even for seasoned researchers. This commentary provides a summary of... Read More about How to write a successful grant application: guidance provided by the European Society of Clinical Pharmacy..

Physical activity: a strategy to improve antibody response to a SARS-CoV-2 vaccine booster dose in patients with autoimmune rheumatic diseases. (2023)
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GUALANO, B., SIECZKOWSKA, S.M., LEMES, I.R., PIRES DA SILVA, R., PINTO, A.J., MAZZOLANI, B.C., SMAIRA, F.I., AIKAWA, N.E., KUPA, L.V.K., PASOTO, S.G., MEDEIROS-RIBEIRO, A.C., SAAD, C.G.S., YUK, E.F.N., SILVA, C.A., SWINTON, P., HALLAL, P.C., ROSCHEL, H. and BONFA, E. 2023. Physical activity: a strategy to improve antibody response to a SARS-CoV-2 vaccine booster dose in patients with autoimmune rheumatic diseases. Journal of physical activity and health [online], 20(4), pages 311-316. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1123/jpah.2022-0332

Physical activity associates with improved immunogenicity following a 2-dose schedule of CoronaVac (Sinovac's inactivated SARS-CoV-2 vaccine) in patients with autoimmune rheumatic diseases (ARD). This study evaluates whether physical activity impacts... Read More about Physical activity: a strategy to improve antibody response to a SARS-CoV-2 vaccine booster dose in patients with autoimmune rheumatic diseases..

The role of (mid)wife: the challenges of positive birth experience during VBAC. (2023)
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IRLANDA, S., TABIB, M. and CLUBBS COLDRON, B.M. 2023. The role of (mid)wife: the challenges of positive birth experience during VBAC. Human rights in childbearing 7. The practising midwife [online], 26(3), pages 13-19. Available from: https://doi.org/10.55975/YWSN4706

Vaginal birth after c-section (VBAC) can be physically and mentally challenging. This paper intends to highlight the importance of humanistic care and human rights-based approaches when women are preparing for VBAC. According to the United Nations In... Read More about The role of (mid)wife: the challenges of positive birth experience during VBAC..

A novel combined estimation method for state of energy and predicted maximum available energy based on fractional-order modeling. (2023)
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CHEN, L., WANG, S., JIANG, H. and FERNANDEZ, C. 2023. A novel combined estimation method for state of energy and predicted maximum available energy based on fractional-order modeling. Journal of energy storage [online], 62, article 106930. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.est.2023.106930

Although accurate SOE estimation can enhance the reliability of residual energy prediction, the environmental temperature, parameter coupling, and multiple state constraints increase the difficulty of obtaining SOE accurately. A combined estimation m... Read More about A novel combined estimation method for state of energy and predicted maximum available energy based on fractional-order modeling..