Wednesday 31 May 2017

Computing Publications up to the end of May 2017



  1. Ajam, H. and Opoku Agyeman, M. (2017) A study of recent contributions on performance and simulation techniques for accelerator devices. In: International Conference on Electrical and Electronics Engineering. Turkey: IEEE ICEEE. (Accepted)
  2. Ajam, H.Ramdhany, R.Hammond, M. and Mu, M. (2017) A middleware to enable immersive multi-device online TV experience. In: Proceedings of the ACM International Conference on Interactive Experiences for TV and Online Video. New York: ACM. (Accepted)
  3. Al Barrak, A.Al-Sherbaz, A.Kanakis, T. and Crockett, R. G. M. (2017) Utilisation of multipath phenomenon to improve the performance of BCH and RS codes. In: 8th Computer Science & Electronic Engineering Conference. New York: IEEE. 978-1-5090-2050-8. pp. 6-11.
  4. Al-Mahmood, A. and Opoku Agyeman, M. (2017) A study of FPGA-based System-on-Chip designs for real-time industrial application. International Journal of Computer Applications. 0975-8887. (Accepted)
  5. Al-Waisi, Z. and Opoku Agyeman, M. (2017) An overview of on-chip cache coherence protocols. In: IEEE IntelliSys Conference 2017 Proceedings. London: IEEE. (Accepted)
  6. Al-Zoiny, S. and Al-Sherbaz, A. (2017) Connected Health Services in Smart Technologies. UK: Kobo Publisher. 1230001603163.
  7. Azasoo, J.Kuada, E.Osei Boateng, K. and Opoku Agyeman, M. (2017) An algorithm for micro-load shedding in generation constrained electricity transmission network. Paper presented to: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Power and Energy Society (PES) PowerAfrica Conference 2017, Accra, Ghana, 27-30 June 2017. (Accepted)
  8. Coulter-Smith, L. (2017) Changing minds: multitasking during lectures. In: Springer Computer Science Proceedings. Heidelberg, Germany: Springer-Verlag. (Accepted)
  9. Dawood, A.Turner, S. J. and Perepa, P. (2017) Developing a new automated model to classify combined and basic gestures from complex head motion in real time by using All-vs-All HMM. Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research.4(3), pp. 156-165. 2349-5162.
  10. Fawcett, L.Mu, M.Hareng, B. and Race, N. (2017) REF: enabling rapid experimentation of contextual network traffic management using Software Defined Networking. IEEE Communications Magazine. 0163-6804. (Accepted)
  11. Hill, G.Turner, S. J. and Childs, K. (2017) The answers not on the screen. Paper presented to: 13th China Europe Symposium on Software Engineering Education (CEISEE), Athens, Greece, 24-25 May 2017. (Accepted)
  12. Manh Phan Hung, D.Manyam Seshadri Naidu, S. and Opoku Agyeman, M. (2017) Architectures for cloud-based HPC in data centers. In: IEEE International Conference on Big Data Analysis. Beijing, China: IEEE. (Accepted)
  13. Ofori-Attah, E.Bhebhe, W. and Opoku Agyeman, M. (2017) Architectural techniques for improving the power consumption of NoC-based CMPs: a case study of cache and network layer. Journal of Low Power Electronics and Applications. 7(2) 2079-9268.
  14. Opoku Agyeman, M.Vien, Q.-T.Hill, G.Turner, S. J. and Mak, T. (2017) An efficient channel model for evaluating Wireless NoC architectures. In: 2016 International Symposium on Computer Architecture and High Performance Computing Workshops (SBAC-PADW). Online: IEEE. 978-1-5090-4844-1. pp. 85-90.
  15. Opoku Agyeman, M. and Zong, W. (2017) An efficient 2D router architecture for extending the performance of inhomogeneous 3D NoC-based multi-core architectures. In: 2016 International Symposium on Computer Architecture and High Performance Computing Workshops (SBAC-PADW). USA: IEEE . 978-1-5090-4844-1. pp. 79-84.
  16. Opoku Agyeman, M.Zong, W.Yakovlev, A.Tong, K.-F. and Mak, T. (2017) Extending the performance of hybrid NoCs beyond the limitations of network heterogeneity. Journal of Low Power Electronics and Applications. 7(2) 2079-9268.
  17. Saleh Alalaki, M. and Opoku Agyeman, M. (2017) A study of recent contributions on simulation tools for Network-on-Chip (NoC).International Journal of Computer Systems. 4(3) 2394-1065. (Accepted)
  18. Turner, S. J. (2017) Experience of using spreadsheets as a bridge in the understanding of AI techniques. Paper presented to: 13th China Europe Symposium on Software Engineering Education (CEISEE), Athens, Greece, 24-25 May 2017. (Accepted)
  19. Vien, Q.-T.Le, T. A.Phan, C. V. and Opoku Agyeman, M. (2017) An energy-efficient NOMA for small cells in heterogeneous CRAN under QoS constraints. Paper presented to: 23rd European Wireless (EW), Dresden, Germany, 17-19 May 2017. (Accepted)
  20. Yuan, J.Lorenz, F.Lommatzsch, A.Mu, M.Race, N.Hopfgartner, F. and Albayrak, S. (2017) Countering contextual bias in TV watching behavior: introducing social trend as external contextual factor in TV recommenders. In: ACM International Conference on Interactive Experiences for Television and Online Video (ACM TVX). The Netherlands: ACM. (Accepted)

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Saturday 27 May 2017

Academic teaching-based research 2017 part 1



The recent 13th China Europe Symposium on Software Engineering Education (CEISEE) held in Athens, Greece 24-25th May 2017 provided the Computing Academic team an opportunity to present some their work in teaching computing. In the picture above going left to right Thomas Butler, Liz Coulter-Smith, Suraj Ajit, Scott Turner and Ryan Edwards.



Details of three of the six papers presented can be found below.


1.Changing minds: multitasking during lectures.
Coulter-Smith, L. (2017) 

Abstract: Multitasking students is a common topic amongst academics. Many studies focus on how students multitask while this study investigates why students multitask in formal lectures. A questionnaire was used to discover student perceptions around multitasking amongst computing students. The results indicate most students are adequately motivated to improve their multitasking behaviour if it influences their grades. Results show that most students claimed boredom as a significant reason for multitasking in class. This study suggests we inform students about the effects of multitasking as it relates to their academic achievement.

To find out more click here


2. The answers not on the screen
Hill, G.Turner, S. J. and Childs, K. (2017) 

Abstract: Reflection from two areas on the issues of getting students in Higher Education (HE) to become better problem-solvers earlier. Asks some questions about should HE increase the use of unplugged activities? If so, is there any evidence that it will help? What lessons can HE learn from what is happening in Primary Schools? What can schools learn from what is and has happened in HE teaching of programming and problem-solving?

To find out more click here.



3. Experience of using spreadsheets as a bridge in the understanding of AI techniques.
Turner, S. J. (2017) 

Abstract: Spreadsheets have and are being used as valuable tools in a variety of subjects including Engineering. Providing a tool for simulating and exploring models. In this paper, their role in allowing students to explore two AI approaches, basic neuron, and a simple genetic algorithm, is considered.

To find out more click here.


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Thursday 18 May 2017

Mark Johnson - Lecturer of the Year








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Award winning PhD Students

This week, two of Computing PhD got further recognition for their research.



Zainab Al-Rubaye came first in the popular vote in the University of Northampton's Images of Research Competition, which is open to anyone researching within the University. Zainab's work on measuring and detecting lameness in sheep and is a collaboration between University of Northampton and Moulton College.



Emmanuel Ofori-Attah  (on the right of the image below) came second (out of 18) in the highly competitive University of Northampton Research Student Competition for his work on energy-efficient circuits.





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Sunday 7 May 2017

Blockchain Educational Passport Decentralised Learning Ledger (DLL) - Whitepaper 5.0



Blockchain Educational Passport Decentralised Learning Ledger (DLL)

Authors: Dr Cristina Devecchi, Ali Hadawi CBE, Dr Scott Turner, Prof Ale Armellini, Prof Ian Brooks, Barbara Mellish, Prof Nick Petford, Prof Olinga Ta’eed 

Description: The application of the blockchain technology to track, register, certify, and enhance the utilisation of acquired learning assets 

Abstract: 
Following a series focused on measurement and transaction of intangible and non-financial value, Whitepaper 5.0 extends the use of the Ethereum based platform with integrated S/E Ratio SaaS to offer acknowledgement and utilisation of learning credits acquired by students and staff from pre-16, FE, HE, employment and CPD. Drawing from available examples of blockchain uses in education, the paper puts forward the concept of ‘knowledge procurement’ to develop a decentralised learning ledger (DLL) for the tracking, certifying and practical use of learning credits. 


To read the paper goto: https://mypad.northampton.ac.uk/cceg/files/2017/03/SERATIO-WHITEPAPER-Educational-Passport-Distributed-Learning-Ledger-30-April-2017-v-5.03-2gyqndf.pdf


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A middleware to enable immersive multi-device online TV experience

Ajam, H.Ramdhany, R.Hammond, M. and Mu, M. (2017) A middleware to enable immersive multi-device online TV experience. In: Proceedings of the ACM International Conference on Interactive Experiences for TV and Online Video. New York: ACM.

Abstract:
Recent years have witnessed the boom of great technologies of smart devices transforming the entertainment industry, especially the traditional TV viewing experiences. In an effort to improve user engagement, many TV broadcasters are now investigating future generation content production and presentation using emerging technologies. In this paper, we introduce an ongoing work to enable immersive and interactive multi-device online TV experiences. Our project incorporates three essential developments on content authoring, device discovery, and cross-device media orchestration.

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Saturday 6 May 2017

Countering contextual bias in TV watching behavior

 Countering contextual bias in TV watching behavior: introducing social trend as external contextual factor in TV recommenders. 

Yuan, J.Lorenz, F.Lommatzsch, A.Mu, M.Race, N.Hopfgartner, F. and Albayrak, S. (2017)

ACM International Conference on Interactive Experiences for Television and Online Video (ACM TVX). The Netherlands: ACM. 


Abstract:
Context-awareness has become a critical factor to improve the prediction of user interest in modern online TV recommendation systems. In addition to individual user preferences, existing context-aware approaches like tensor factorization incorporate system-level contextual bias to increase predicting accuracy. We analyzed a user interaction dataset from a WebTV platform and found that such contextual bias creates a skewed selection of recommended programs which ultimately limits users in a filter bubble. To address this issue, we introduce the Twitter social stream as an external contextual factor to extend the choice with items related to social media events. We apply two trend indicators, Trend Momentum and SigniScore, to the Twitter histories of relevant programs. The evaluation reveals that Trend Momentum outperforms SigniScore and signalizes 96% of all peaks ahead of time regarding the selected candidate program titles.


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Tuesday 2 May 2017

Blockchain, we have someone for that

There has been a growing interest in the idea of electronic-based cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and the underlying technology of Blockchain.  This Blockchain technology is based around the use of a distributed database for a growing list of records, called blocks, so a chain of blocks. The distributed nature and that the blocks are in a chain, where a change in one block early in effects ripples down the chain, improves the security from tampering and revision. The video below is, in my view, a good introduction to the idea. 


The Computing team has a teamed up with CCEG Blockchain UN Lab to look explore a number of Blockchain projects and ideas.



1. AI Wallet - Dr Suraj Ajit
An  Artificial Intelligence Wallet, based around Bot technology ideas,  that would help someone make personalised informed business decisions and transactions within the Seratio blockchain. The AI Bot inspired digital wallet would recommend products, processes, suppliers to individuals and organisations based on personal preferences.
To read more about this project go to AI Wallet.



2. Blockchain as a Solution for Connected Health Services - Dr Ali Al-Sherbaz

Blockchain solution is to strengthen cooperation between health providers and technical companies by enabling the exchange of health data to enable more efficient and adaptive health care delivery. 
To read more about this project go to Blockchain as a Solution for Connected Health Services.


3. Transparent Public Engagement – Could Blockchain help? - Dr Scott Turner

 Could Blockchain be used to increase the transparency of records of public engagement by Universities? By making the records more transparent and open impact can more easily be verified.
To read more about this idea go to Transparent Public Engagement – Could Blockchain help?




Also one of the Computing has team contributed to Blockchain Educational Passport paper on the use of Blockchain for educational use. To read more on this paper go to Blockchain Educational Passport: Decentralised Learning Ledger (DLL).




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