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Predicting and identifying antimicrobial resistance in the marine environment using AI and machine learning. (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
FOUGH, F., ZHAO, Y. and SHAH, F.M. 2024. Predicting and identifying antimicrobial resistance in the marine environment using AI and machine learning. In Proceedings of the 31st IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) International conference on electronics circuits and systems 2024 (IEEE ICECS2024), 18-20 November 2024, Nancy, France. Piscataway: IEEE [online], article 10849269. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1109/ICECS61496.2024.10849269

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses a serious threat to public health and serves as a vital reservoir for resistant microorganisms. Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is an increasingly critical public health issue that requires precise and efficient me... Read More about Predicting and identifying antimicrobial resistance in the marine environment using AI and machine learning..

Economy and community as bottom-up drivers for design: creating coordinating dashboards for architectural design. (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
SMETS, M., VISSERS-SIMILON, E. and DOUNAS, T. 2024. Economy and community as bottom-up drivers for design: creating coordinating dashboards for architectural design. In Kontovourkis, O., Phocas, M.C. and Wurzer, G. (eds.) Proceedings of the 42nd International conference on education and research in computer aided architectural design in Europe 2024 (eCAADe 2024): data-driven intelligence, 09-13 September 2024, Nicosia, Cyprus. Brussels: eCAADe [online], 2, pages 505-514. Available from: https://doi.org/10.52842/conf.ecaade.2024.2.505

In our paper, we show that, from an economic and environmental point of view, neighbourhoods could benefit from a circular architectural design approach, as creating an actual circular economy and community asks for more organisation than purely spat... Read More about Economy and community as bottom-up drivers for design: creating coordinating dashboards for architectural design..

Towards a decentralized physical infrastructure for additive manufacturing in architecture: a proof of concept for a tamper proof, secure connection between designs, blockchains and 3D printers. (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
DOUNAS, T., BERDOS, Y. and VELE, J. 2024. Towards a decentralized physical infrastructure for additive manufacturing in architecture: a proof of concept for a tamper proof, secure connection between designs, blockchains and 3D printers. In Kontovourkis, O., Phocas, M.C. and Wurzer, G. (eds.) Proceedings of the 42nd International conference on education and research in computer aided architectural design in Europe 2024 (eCAADe 2024): data-driven intelligence, 9-13 September 2024, Nicosia, Cyprus. Brussels: eCAADe [online], 2, pages 495-504. Available from: https://doi.org/10.52842/conf.ecaade.2024.2.495

We introduce a promising proof of concept: a blockchain to additive manufacturing pilot prototype. In this paper we focus on developing the functional cyberphysical prototype of the smart contracts running on a blockchain, orchestrating the workflow... Read More about Towards a decentralized physical infrastructure for additive manufacturing in architecture: a proof of concept for a tamper proof, secure connection between designs, blockchains and 3D printers..

Machine learning-enhanced acoustic emission technique for impact source identification and classification in steel pipes. (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
FATUKASI O.S., ABOLLE-OKOYEAGU, J., PRATHURU, A. and SOLADEMI, O. 2024. Machine learning-enhanced acoustic emission technique for impact source identification and classification in steel pipes. Presented at the 12th Annual conference of Society of structural integrity and life (DIVK12), 17-19 November 2024, Belgrade, Serbia.

External impacts represent a prevalent source of structural damage in pipes/piping systems. Detecting and identifying the nature, and the severity of these impacts would enhance the reliability and operational safety of such critical infrastructure.... Read More about Machine learning-enhanced acoustic emission technique for impact source identification and classification in steel pipes..

Ship detection and identification for maritime security and safety based on IMO numbers using deep learning. (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
KHAN, M.M.H., LIU, Z., PRABHU, R., ZHENG, H. and JAVIED, A. 2024. Ship detection and identification for maritime security and safety based on IMO numbers using deep learning. In Bouma, H., Prabhu, R., Yitzhahy, Y. and Kuijf, H.J. (eds.) Advanced materials, biomaterials, and manufacturing technologies for security and defence II: proceedings of the 2024 SPIE Security + defence, 16-20 September 2024, Edinburgh, UK. Proceedings of SPIE, 13206. Bellingham, WA: SPIE [online], paper 1320608. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1117/12.3031425

In marine safety and security, the ability to rapidly, autonomously, and accurately detect and identify ships is the highest priority. This study presents a novel approach using deep learning to accurately identify ships based on their International... Read More about Ship detection and identification for maritime security and safety based on IMO numbers using deep learning..

Adaptive path-planning for AUVs in dynamic underwater environments using sonar data. (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
B, B., HASAN, M.J., KANNAN, S. and PRABHU, R. 2024. Adaptive path-planning for AUVs in dynamic underwater environments using sonar data. In Bouma, H., Prabhu, R., Yitzhahy, Y. and Kuijf, H.J. (eds.) Advanced materials, biomaterials, and manufacturing technologies for security and defence II: proceedings of the 2024 SPIE Security + defence, 16-20 September 2024, Edinburgh, UK. Proceedings of SPIE, 13206. Bellingham, WA: SPIE [online], paper 1320616. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1117/12.3031644

This paper presents an innovative approach to path-planning for Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) in complex underwater environments, leveraging single-beam sonar data. Recognizing the limitations of traditional sonar systems in providing detaile... Read More about Adaptive path-planning for AUVs in dynamic underwater environments using sonar data..

Optimization of illumination for security hologram authentication. (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
VIJITH, V.A., GEORGE, A., AMBADIYIL, S., JHA, A.K. and PRABHU, R. 2024. Optimization of illumination for security hologram authentication. In Bouma, H., Prabhu, R., Yitzhahy, Y. and Kuijf, H.J. (eds.) Advanced materials, biomaterials, and manufacturing technologies for security and defence II: proceedings of the 2024 SPIE Security + defence, 16-20 September 2024, Edinburgh, UK. Proceedings of SPIE, 13206. Bellingham, WA: SPIE [online], paper 1320618. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1117/12.3034230

Security holograms, diffractive optical elements known for their intricate 3D visuals, are a cornerstone of brand protection. However, their effectiveness hinges on robust authentication methods. This work explores the critical role of illumination i... Read More about Optimization of illumination for security hologram authentication..

Enhancing underwater situational awareness: RealSense camera integration with deep learning for improved depth perception and distance measurement. (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
TOLIE, H.F., REN, J., HASAN, M.J. and KANNAN, S. 2024. Enhancing underwater situational awareness: RealSense camera integration with deep learning for improved depth perception and distance measurement. In Bouma, H., Prabhu, R., Yitzhaky, Y. and Kuijf, H.J. (eds.) Artificial intelligence for security and defence applications II: proceedings of the 2024 SPIE Security + defence, 16-20 September 2024, Edinburgh, UK. Proceedings of SPIE, 13206. Bellingham, WA; SPIE [online], paper 1320605. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1117/12.3030972

This work presents a depth image refinement technique designed to enhance the usability of a commercial camera in underwater environments. Stereo vision-based depth cameras offer dense data that is well-suited for accurate environmental understanding... Read More about Enhancing underwater situational awareness: RealSense camera integration with deep learning for improved depth perception and distance measurement..

Spin-coated synthesis of polyvinylidene fluoride-barium titanate nanocomposite piezoelectric flexible thin films. (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
KANIAPAN, S., PRATHURU, A. and FAISAL, N. 2024. Spin-coated synthesis of polyvinylidene fluoride-barium titanate nanocomposite piezoelectric flexible thin films. In Andraud, C., Zamboni, R., Camposeo, A. and Persano, L. (eds.) Advanced materials, biomaterials, and manufacturing technologies for security and defence II: proceedings of the 2024 SPIE Security + defence conference, 16-20 September 2024, Edinburgh, UK. Proceedings of SPIE, 13205. Bellingham, WA: SPIE [online], paper 1320509. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1117/12.3031523

Energy derived from mechanical deformation is one of the cleaner energy options known as piezoelectric. Polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) has been identified to hold the characteristics of piezoelectric and dielectric properties due to good energy stora... Read More about Spin-coated synthesis of polyvinylidene fluoride-barium titanate nanocomposite piezoelectric flexible thin films..

Just imagine Elon Musk... you really think he does that? Neoliberal subjecthood and the sexual marketplace in pornography abstinence/reboot communities. (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
SMITH, D.S. 2024. Just imagine Elon Musk... you really think he does that? Neoliberal subjecthood and the sexual marketplace in pornography abstinence/reboot communities. Presented at the 3rd Joint international annual conference of the LEX Network, Violence Against Women and Girls Research Network, Feminist Legal Research and Action Network, and the Centre for the Study of Emotion and Law (LEX-VAWGRN-FRAN-CSEL 2024): activism, change and feminist futures: remembering the past to reimagine the future, 7-8 November 2024, Liverpool, UK.

Through a deterministic evolutionary psychology framework, the manosphere conceptualises an inflexible sexual market that positions men as entrepreneurs competing for a limited resource: women's interest. In recent years, researchers have explored th... Read More about Just imagine Elon Musk... you really think he does that? Neoliberal subjecthood and the sexual marketplace in pornography abstinence/reboot communities..

Unveiling "ex-incels": identity dynamics and juxtaposed hegemonic masculinity. (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
SMITH, D.S. and ADAMS, N. 2024. Unveiling "ex-incels": identity dynamics and juxtaposed hegemonic masculinity. Presented at the 3rd Joint international annual conference of the LEX Network, Violence Against Women and Girls Research Network, Feminist Legal Research and Action Network, and the Centre for the Study of Emotion and Law (LEX-VAWGRN-FRAN-CSEL 2024): activism, change and feminist futures: remembering the past to reimagine the future, 7-8 November 2024, Liverpool, UK.

This study examines the experiences of former involuntary celibates (ex-incels) - men who frequented incel communities, but no longer identify with the label. We introduce a framework of Juxtaposed Hegemonic Masculinity to interrogate participants' s... Read More about Unveiling "ex-incels": identity dynamics and juxtaposed hegemonic masculinity..

Utilization of demand side management for stability improvement in renewable energy resources in United Kingdom. (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
SUNDAS, R., ATALOR, D.O., BAIG, N.A. and YAHYA, H. 2024. Utilization of demand side management for stability improvement in renewable energy resources in United Kingdom. In Proceedings of the 2024 Future technologies conference (FTC 2024), 14-15 November 2024, London, UK. Lecture notes in networks and systems, 1154. Cham: Springer [online], 1, pages 558-571. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-73110-5_37

This research deals with the Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) algorithm for a meagre load shifting in demand side management focusing on scheduling the residential, commercial, and industrial load in United Kingdom. Irregular and unscheduled load co... Read More about Utilization of demand side management for stability improvement in renewable energy resources in United Kingdom..

Floating wind turbine standalone option: a viable approach for reducing North Sea emissions. (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
MAHON, R., IYALLA, I. and MUNRO, G. 2024. Floating wind turbine standalone option: a viable approach for reducing North Sea emissions. Presented at the 2024 Topsides UK: energising the North Sea: focusing on energy security and emissions reduction, 5-6 November 2024, Aberdeen, UK.

The UK is in the race to reach its Net Zero targets and as such needs to balance activities in its offshore energy sector, providing the nation with secure energy supplies through the exploitation of its hydrocarbon resources while developing renewab... Read More about Floating wind turbine standalone option: a viable approach for reducing North Sea emissions..

Faces of carbon capture and storage: successes, challenges, and its impact on public perception. (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
MAHON, R. 2024. Faces of carbon capture and storage: successes, challenges, and its impact on public perception. Presented at the UKCCSRC (UK Carbon Capture and Storage Research Centre) Knowledge exchange conference 2024, 5-6 November 2024, Sheffield, UK.

Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) is agreed by some to be a promising and effective climate change mitigation strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in hard to abate sectors. However, within society, there has been a growing backlash as to the 'r... Read More about Faces of carbon capture and storage: successes, challenges, and its impact on public perception..

SICSA REALLM workshop 2024: proceedings of the SICSA (Scottish Informatics and Computer Science Alliance) REALLM (Reasoning, explanation and applications of large language models) workshop (SICSA REALLM workshop 2024). (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
MARTIN, K., SALIMI, P. and WIJAYASEKARA, V. (eds.) 2024. SICSA REALLM workshop 2024: proceedings of the 2024 SICSA (Scottish Informatics and Computer Science Alliance) REALLM (Reasoning, explanation and applications of large language models) workshop (SICSA REALLM workshop 2024), 17 October 2024, Aberdeen, UK. CEUR workshop proceedings, 3822. Aachen: CEUR-WS [online]. Available from: https://ceur-ws.org/Vol-3822/

In the last few years, Large Language Models (LLMs) underpinned by rapid advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI) have grabbed the attention of academia, industry and the general public. Demonstrating hence before unseen capability to deal with a... Read More about SICSA REALLM workshop 2024: proceedings of the SICSA (Scottish Informatics and Computer Science Alliance) REALLM (Reasoning, explanation and applications of large language models) workshop (SICSA REALLM workshop 2024)..

Investigating AI-driven assessment tools in engineering education: enhancing personalized learning for Industry 4.0 competencies. (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
ABOLLE-OKOYEAGU, C.J., MAHON, R., OKPU, A. and FERNANDO, W. 2024. Investigating AI-driven assessment tools in engineering education: enhancing personalized learning for Industry 4.0 competencies. Presented at the 6th Global conference on education and teaching 2024 (GLOBALET 2024), 25-27 October 2024, Nice, France.

With Industry 4.0 constantly improving the industrial landscape, engineering education is subsequently fraught with the immediate challenge of ensuring synchrony between the ever-changing needs of automation, smart manufacturing as well as digital tr... Read More about Investigating AI-driven assessment tools in engineering education: enhancing personalized learning for Industry 4.0 competencies..

Investigating the role of diversity and inclusion in STEM education in the UK. (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
ABOLLE-OKOYEAGU, C.J., ONOSHAKPOR, C., AKERELE, E. and OKPU, A. 2024. Investigating the role of diversity and inclusion in STEM education in the UK. Presented at the 6th Global conference on education and teaching 2024 (GLOBALET 2024), 25-27 October 2024, Nice, France.

Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) is a very important driver in progressing the ever-evolving fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). This aspect of EDI has become increasingly prominent in the professional societies... Read More about Investigating the role of diversity and inclusion in STEM education in the UK..

Understanding lived experiences of low-income UK parents and carers (of infants aged 0-6 months) management of infant feeding in the context of the current cost of living crisis: the DIO Food project. (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
HUNTER, E. and DOUGLAS, F. 2024. Understanding lived experiences of low-income UK parents and carers (of infants aged 0-6 months) management of infant feeding in the context of the current cost of living crisis: the DIO Food project. Presented at the 1st Nourishing Futures Network international conference (NFN 2024): poverty, inequality and food security in preconception and the first 2001 days, 22 October 2024, Newcastle, UK.

Maternal and infant food insecurity is poorly characterised and understood. UK food charities report increased demand for help from families with young infants. This is concerning when considering nutritional requirements during pregnancy and breastf... Read More about Understanding lived experiences of low-income UK parents and carers (of infants aged 0-6 months) management of infant feeding in the context of the current cost of living crisis: the DIO Food project..

COIL Match Maker: a new software application to facilitate COIL collaboration. (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
CRAWFORD, I. and EZENKWU, P. [2024]. COIL Match Maker: a new software application to facilitate COIL collaboration. To be presented at the 6th International virtual exchange conference (IVEC 2024), 21-24 October 2024, [virtual event].

COIL Match Maker is proposed as a new AI-powered software application that is designed to make the process of finding a COIL partner and creating a COIL project faster, simpler and more accessible - regardless of location, prior experience, or availa... Read More about COIL Match Maker: a new software application to facilitate COIL collaboration..

Integrating KGs and ontologies with RAG for personalised summarisation in regulatory compliance. (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
ARSHAD, U., CORSAR, D. and NKISI-ORJI, I. 2024. Integrating KGs and ontologies with RAG for personalised summarisation in regulatory compliance. In Martin, K., Salimi, P. and Wijayasekara, V. (eds.) 2024. SICSA REALLM workshop 2024: proceedings of the SICSA (Scottish Informatics and Computer Science Alliance) REALLM (Reasoning, explanation and applications of large language models) workshop (SICSA REALLM workshop 2024), 17 October 2024, Aberdeen, UK. CEUR workshop proceedings, 3822. Aachen: CEUR-WS [online], pages 56-61. Available from: https://ceur-ws.org/Vol-3822/short7.pdf

With the growing complexity and increased volumes, regulatory texts are fast becoming a significant challenge for organisations to remain compliant. Traditional ways of summarising legal texts need to be more accommodating of critical, domain-specifi... Read More about Integrating KGs and ontologies with RAG for personalised summarisation in regulatory compliance..