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Production-Tabular Knowledge Base Correctness Checking Tools

Robert Karayev, Natella Sadik & Khatira Imamverdiyeva · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2016

Production-tabular knowledge bases are widely used in commercial expert systems. One of the main problems arising from the operation of such knowledge bases is their correctness. The reliability of the inference mechanism and the robustness of the expert system at “paradigm shift...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2016/22737

Moving Object Detection Algorithm Based on Gaussian Mixture Model and HSV Space

Xuegang Hu & Cheng He · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2016

Aiming at the traditional Gaussian mixture model has poor adaptability to the complex scenes, we proposes an improved moving object detection algorithm based on Gaussian mixture model and HSV space. The motion region is first extracted by the improved three-frame difference metho...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2016/24249

Investigation into the Effects of an Easy Care Cross-linking Agent on the Properties of the Pulp Reclaimed from Cotton Based Waste Garments

Liberato Venant Haule · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2016

Aims: To investigate the potential pulp reclamation from easy care treated cotton waste garments for potential paper making and regeneration of fibres. Study Design: This is an experimental laboratory research project. Place and Duration of Study: School of Materials, University...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2016/24390

Baseline Information on the Metallic Pollution of Sediments of the Lakes of the Ossa Complex, Dizangue, Cameroon

Nziéleu Tchapgnouo Joseph Guy, Zébazé Togouet Serge Hubert, Foto Menbohan Samuel, Njine Thomas & Bernadette Pinel-Alloul · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2016

The aim of this study was to evaluate the state of metallic pollution of the sediments of the three main Lakes (Mevia, Ossa and Mwembe) of the Ossa lake complex by the analysis of some heavy metals from May to July 2011. Copper, Nickel, Lead, Zinc, Cadmium and Iron were measured...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2016/24001

Arid Climate in the Sirba Basin in Burkina Faso: Causes for Better Decisions in Land Use Planning

Yélézouomin Stéphane Corentin Somé, Lamine Dango & Gado Djibo Abdouramane · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2016

The issue of climate change highlighted the dynamics of the global ecosystem especially in the atmosphere component. The perception of this phenomenon at the local level, in the villages, from serious scientific studies conditioned decisions on land use. Yet, these scientific tru...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2016/24098

Evaluation of Groundwater Quality Using Multivariate Statistical Techniques, in Dashen Area, North Eastern Nigeria

J. M. Ishaku, B. A. Ankidawa & A. J. D. Pwalas · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2016

The aim of this research is to assess groundwater quality of Dashen and environs for irrigational and domestic purposes using multivariate techniques. Twelve water samples were collected from boreholes and hand-dug wells. The water samples were analysed for major cations: Na+, Ca...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2016/24069

Amylolytic Potential of Lactic Acid Bacteria Isolated from Wet Milled Cereals, Cassava Flour and Fruits

T. Y. Amapu, J. B. Ameh, S. A. Ado, I. O. Abdullahi & H. S. Dapiya · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2016

Aims: This research was conducted with the objective to evaluate amylolytic potential of lactic acid bacteria isolated from wet milled cereals, cassava flour and fruits. Methodology: Strains of lactic acid bacteria were isolated from food samples and screened for amylolytic poten...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2016/24509

Phytochemical Characterization and Cytotoxicity of Carissa edulis, Azadirachta indica, Cassia siamea and Harrisonia abyssinica from Masumbi Village, Siaya County-Kenya

Oduor P. Leonard, Shivairo S. Robert, Akala M. Hoseah, Muleke Charles, Regina Chepkorir & Njeru S. Ngoci · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2016

Aims: To determine the phytochemicals and cytotoxicity of methanolic crude extracts of Carissa edulis, Azadirachta indica, Cassia siamea and Harrisonia abyssinica, from Masumbi village, Siaya county-Kenya. Study Design: Qualitative analysis of the phytochemicals and brine shrimp...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JSRR/2016/23819

Unsteady MHD Flow in a Rotating Parallel Plate Channel under the Influence of Pressure Gradient with Hall Current Effects

M. Veera Krishna · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2016

In this paper we discussed the unsteady flow of an incompressible electrically conducting viscous fluid in a rotating porous media, with a variable pressure gradient and in the presence of hall current. We have considered three different cases, like impulsive change, cosine and s...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JSRR/2016/24123

Knowledge, Attitude and Practices Concerning Cosmetic Surgery among Female Medical Students at the University Hospital, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Tamader Al Doheyan, Ala’a Al Saad, Adwa Al Haidar, Haifa Al Fwzan, Jawaher Al Askar, Faisal Al Malki, Omar H. A. Alanzi, Mona Q. Alanazi, Wafa Q. Alanazi, Jawhra Q. Alanazi, Fahad G. Alanazi, Omar Baqadir, Abdul Rahman Q. Alanazi, Abdul Majeed Q. Alanazi & Faris Q. Alenzi · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Background: This study investigates the knowledge, attitudes and practices of cosmetic surgery among female medical students at King Saud University (KSU). Methods: A quantitative observational cross-sectional approach was used to carry out the study at the KSU College of Medicin...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/22887

Precision Agriculture Using Remote Sensing and GIS for Peanut Crop Production in Arid Land

M. M. El-Sharkawy, A. S. Sheta, M. S. Abd El-Wahed, S. M. Arafat & O. M. El Behiery · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2016

Precision agriculture is a farming management approach for a whole field with a potentiality to solve some of management problems based on observing and measuring field crops variability using more accurate and timely information of agricultural resources. Site-specific managemen...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IJPSS/2016/20539

Measurement and Modeling Nitrous Oxide Emissions from Ferric Luvisols in the Guinea Savanna Agro-ecological Zone of Ghana

W. K. Atakora & P. K. Kwakye · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2016

Agricultural sector in Ghana contributes to about 60% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and is mainly characterized by fertilizer application to improve depleting soil fertility. With the increase in population and demand for increased productivity, application of inorganic fertili...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IJPSS/2016/24165

Drivers of Deforestation in the Miombo Woodlands and Their Impacts on the Environment

Nkolola Barbara, Nyasa Linda & Chilekana Ngonga · Advances in Research · 2016

One fundamental concern of decision-makers is focused on the need to foster sustainable economic development. In order to achieve this, there arises a need to engage in comprehensive development planning. The basic aim of development plans is to reduce the risk and uncertainty in...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AIR/2016/23831

Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Gallbladder – An Uncommon Presentation

Vikas Gupta, Paramjeet Kaur, Anil Khurana, Ashok K. Chauhan & Padam Parmar · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2016

A 51-year-old male patient presented with pain in the upper right quadrant of abdomen since two months, associated with weight loss and fever. Contrast enhanced computed tomography abdomen revealed gallbladder with wall thickening which was asymmetric and heterogeneous at junctio...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IJTDH/2016/19834