Deep reinforcement learning based resource allocation strategy in cloud-edge computing system by Ahmed Adhoni, Zameer, Habelalmateen, Mohammed I, D R, Janardhana, Abdul Sattar, Khalid Nazim, Audah, Lukman

“…In this work, the research focus on the simulation testing of the MAL-DRL algorithm against classical Random Allocation (RA) and singe agent DRL methods. …”
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Role of micro- and nano-cobalt ferrite as an additive in enhancing the viscous behaviour of magnetorheological grease by Ahmad Tarmizi, Siti Maisarah, Nordin, Nur Azmah, Mazlan, Saiful Amri, A. Aziz, S. A., Ubaidillah, Ubaidillah, Johari, Mohd. Aidy Faizal, Ahmad Khairi, Muntaz Hana

“…To analyze the viscous behavior effect of MRG types, the samples underwent rheological tests in different parameters. Then, MRG was dried to elucidate the morphological changes. …”
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Study on Polypropylene Twisted Bundle Fiber Reinforced Lightweight Foamed Concrete by Othuman Mydin, Md Azree, Al Bakri Abdullah, Mohd Mustafa, Abdul Razak, Rafiza, Mohd Nawi, Mohd Nasrun, Risdanareni, Puput, Puspitasari, Poppy, Victor Sandu, Andrei, Simona Baltatu, Madalina, Vizureanu, Petrica

“…The mechanical and durability properties of PTBF-reinforced LFC were determined through compression, flexural, splitting tensile, flow table, porosity, and water absorption tests. The results show that the addition of PTBF in LFC significantly improves the strength properties (compressive, flexural, and splitting tensile strengths) and reduces the water absorption capacity and porosity. …”
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Project Managers Selection in the Construction Industry: Towards the Integration with Artificial Emotional Intelligence and Technology by Hanafi, Abdul Ghafur, Mohd Nawi, Mohd Nasrun, Abdul Rahim, Mohd Kamarul Irwan, Abdul Nifa, Faizatul Akmar, Omar, Mohd Faizal, Mohamed, Othman

“…Finally, the data will be tested and analysed to see the relationship between construction project managers' EI and project success using artificial intelligence technology. …”
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Ten pressure points in primary care during COVID-19: findings from an international narrative review by Dykgraaf, SH, Parkinson, A, Wright, M, Wong, WCW, Desborough, J, Ball, L, Sturgiss, E, Dut, GM, Barnes, K, Butler, D, Davis, S, Douglas, K, Kendir, C, Martin, D, Marten, R, Rouleau, K, Barkley, S, de Toca, L, Kidd, M

“…Included studies were published in peer-reviewed English or Chinese language journals, and described collective responses to COVID-19 undertaken in PC settings or by PCPs. …”

Investigating the effect of the addition of different molecular weight poly (vinyl alcohol) in chitosan beads synthesis for metal ions adsorption by Yong, Shu Fei

“…Following that, these beads were then placed inside either copper or nickel ions solution to test for their respective adsorption capability. …”
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Influence of court surfaces on impact cushioning during basketball lay-up by Quek, Raymond Kai Kiat

“…The contact area was analysed as a whole step. Wilcoxon signed-rank test was used for statistical analysis. Higher peak forces were observed on the wooden surface at the hallux (p=0.033) [wooden: 70.63(32.37) N, asphalt: 61.38(30.81) N] and medial forefoot (p=0.013) [wooden: 146.39(48.89) N, asphalt: 123.46(49.17) N] of the right landing step. …”
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Effect of pre-load on diffusion characteristics of composite material by Chew, Xin Yun

“…The first section was the design and fabrication of the test rig that will be used to exert a tensile force on the composite. …”
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ST-18AB Influence of rubber content of concrete on local impact damage by Sia, Grace Xing Rong

“…In total, twenty-two concrete samples were subjected to high velocity dynamic impact test, of which, 10 concrete samples were attached with strain gauges. …”
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'Women in an extraordinary time': the transnational network and educational spaces of the Canadian Eiwa Girls' mission schools in 1920s and 1930s Japan by Dugal, A

“…Through network development, physical and intellectual spatial construction, and curriculum and activity design, these historical actors reached outside their institutions to actively connect themselves and their peers with the wider world. In the 1930s, this appears to have been conducted with a sense of urgency. …”

Identity matters ... even in maritime security : China, Japan and maritime cooperation in East Asia by Eva Pejsova

“…The rise of China has been redefining the region’s international relations and power dynamics, triggering apprehensions in the neighbourhood and beyond. …”
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Productivity improvement for smart manufacturing systems by Sundararaman Manoj

“…The queue ratio concept shows a significant improvement in the fab throughput, and thus the objective of production system under stochastic conditions has been achieved.…”
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Survivorship and field growth characteristics of four selected bamboo species for the development of bamboo industry in Sarawak, Malaysian Borneo by Perumal, Mugunthan, Mohd Hassan, Nurul Husna, Abdullah, Nizam, Omar, Latifah, Zainudin, Johari, Wasli, Mohd Effendi

“…A study to evaluate the survivorship and field growth characteristics of a three-year-old bamboo was conducted at the Sarawak Bamboo Pilot Project site in Sabal, Malaysia. …”
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Polyvinyl alcohol coated photonic crystal optical fiber sensor for humidity measurement by Wong, Wei Chang, Chan, Chi Chiu, Chen, Li Han, Li, Tao, Lee, Kok Xian, Leong, Kam Chew

“…A polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) coated photonic crystal optical fiber (PCF) sensor has been proposed as a relative humidity (RH) sensor. …”
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Negotiating shared spaces in informal peri-urban settlements in India: the role of amenity buildings and the effect of the post-hoc introduction of infrastructure towards the creat... by Tang, Bo

“…The approach takes collective architectural making as a catalyst for self-empowerment and social change, discussed primarily through first-hand experience of practical testing through small-scale live interventions. …”
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Molecular characterization of Bacillus, lactic acid bacteria and yeast as potential probiotic isolated from fermented food by Cissé, Hama, Kagambèga, Boureima, Sawadogo, Adama, Tankoano, Abel, Sangaré, Gaston, Traoré, Yves, Ouoba, Irene, Savadogo, Aly

“…Based on colonies characteristics and cells morphology, biochemical tests and gene sequencing, the isolates were identified as Bacillus cereus sensu lato (13), Bacillus pumilus group (03) with one strain (LCG1) presumed LAB was identified as Bacillus australimaris or Bacillus pumilus by 16S rRNA sequencing, Enterococcus durans (03), Lactobacillus paracasei (03), Lactobacillus plantarum (04), Leuconostoc pseudomesenteroides (01), Saccharomyces cerevisiae (04), Kluyveromyces marxianus (01), Candida tropicalis (01), Pichia kudriavzevii (01), Clavispora lusitaniae (02), Rhodotorula mucilaginosa (01) and, Cyberlindnera fabianii (01). …”
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Very small effects of an imagery-based randomised trial to promote adherence to wearing face coverings during the COVID-19 pandemic and identification of future intervention target... by Conroy, Dom, Smith, Debbie M., Armitage, Christopher J.

“…Objective: Mental imagery interventions are a cost-effective way of promoting health behaviour change. We tested a mental imagery intervention designed to promote adherence to wearing face coverings during the COVID-19 pandemic. …”
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Effect of mangostin on the functional activity and integrity of the Plasmodium falciparum and infected and Uninfected red blood cells membrane by Ibraheem, Z.O., Majid, R.A., Noor, S.M., Farook, M.D., Basir, R.

“…On the other hand, its molecular characteristics were determined using the In Silico Molispiration simulation software and its anti-oxidant activity was measured using conventional in vitro tests and the anti-lipid peroxidation assay. The results showed that mangostin had a good growth inhibitory effect against Plasmodium falciparum with a moderate selectivity as compared to its effect against RBCs. …”

Development of a Highly Specific RecombinantToxocara canis Second-Stage Larva Excretory-Secretory Antigen for Immunodiagnosis of Human Toxocariasis by Yamasaki, Hiroshi, Araki, Kunioki, Lim, Patricia Kim Chooi, Zasmy, Ngah

“…In contrast, when the recombinant antigen was tested at a concentration of 0.5 μg/ml, cross-reactions were observed in 19 (13.4%) of 142 cases. …”
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Walking pace is a protective factor for rheumatoid arthritis: a mendelian randomization study by Zhang, Qin, Huang, Xiaoxiong, Zhang, Yazhong, Chao, Zhujun, Zhou, Ruoran, Abd Hamid, Roslida, Zhen, Yunfang, Li, Yusheng, Huang, Cheng, Xu, Wu, Lin, Jun

“…The results were further tested using a multivariable MR approach based on Bayesian model averaging. …”
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