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The role of population inertia in predicting the outcome of stage-structured biological invasions (2015)
Journal Article
Guiver, C., Dreiwi, H., Filannino, D. M., Hodgson, D., Lloyd, S., & Townley, S. (2015). The role of population inertia in predicting the outcome of stage-structured biological invasions. Mathematical Biosciences, 265, 1-11. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mbs.2015.04.005

Deterministic dynamic models for coupled resident and invader populations are considered with the purpose of finding quantities that are effective at predicting when the invasive population will become established asymptotically. A key feature of the... Read More about The role of population inertia in predicting the outcome of stage-structured biological invasions.

A Task Taxonomy for Temporal Graph Visualisation (2015)
Journal Article
Kerracher, N., Kennedy, J., & Chalmers, K. (2015). A Task Taxonomy for Temporal Graph Visualisation. IEEE Transactions on Visualization and Computer Graphics, 21(10), 1160-1172. https://doi.org/10.1109/tvcg.2015.2424889

By extending and instantiating an existing formal task framework, we define a task taxonomy and task design space for temporal graph visualisation. We discuss the process involved in their generation, and describe how the design space can be ‘sliced... Read More about A Task Taxonomy for Temporal Graph Visualisation.

Optimization of cross-section of actively bent grid shells with strength and geometric compatibility constraints (2015)
Journal Article
D’Amico, B., Kermani, A., Zhang, H., Shepherd, P., & Williams, C. (2015). Optimization of cross-section of actively bent grid shells with strength and geometric compatibility constraints. Computers and Structures, 154, 163-176. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compstruc.2015.04.006

The use of bending as self forming process allows the realization of shape-resistant systems, such as grid shell structures. Here, a numerical method for optimisation of the cross-section of actively bent structures is introduced. For a given load di... Read More about Optimization of cross-section of actively bent grid shells with strength and geometric compatibility constraints.

An improved perturb and observe (P&O) maximum power point tracking (MPPT) algorithm for higher efficiency (2015)
Journal Article
Ahmed, J., & Salam, Z. (2015). An improved perturb and observe (P&O) maximum power point tracking (MPPT) algorithm for higher efficiency. Applied Energy, 150, 97-108. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2015.04.006

This paper proposes a method to improve the efficiency of the P&O maximum power point tracker (MPPT) by reducing the steady state oscillation and eliminating the possibility of the algorithm to lose its tracking direction. A dynamic perturbation step... Read More about An improved perturb and observe (P&O) maximum power point tracking (MPPT) algorithm for higher efficiency.

Consumer attitudes towards renewable energy in China—The case of Shanghai (2015)
Journal Article
Hast, A., Alimohammadisagvand, B., & Syri, S. (2015). Consumer attitudes towards renewable energy in China—The case of Shanghai. Sustainable Cities and Society, 17, 69-79. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scs.2015.04.003

In this paper, we study the consumers’ attitudes towards green energy in China and their willingness to buy green electricity or renewable energy systems. A survey was conducted in the Shanghai region and 232 respondents answered the questionnaire. G... Read More about Consumer attitudes towards renewable energy in China—The case of Shanghai.

Computing collaboration with ZZULI (2015)
Journal Article
Davison, B. (2015). Computing collaboration with ZZULI. Edinburgh Napier University Teaching Fellows Journal, Spring 2015,

This article describes an initiative to enhance international student cooperation through project work. The case study involves students from Edinburgh Napier University's School o Computing and from the International Education College at the Zhengzh... Read More about Computing collaboration with ZZULI.

Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopic Analysis of RuO2 Based Thick Film pH Sensors (2015)
Journal Article
Manjakkal, L., Djurdjic, E., Cvejin, K., Kulawik, J., Zaraska, K., & Szwagierczak, D. (2015). Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopic Analysis of RuO2 Based Thick Film pH Sensors. Electrochimica Acta, 168, 246-255. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.electacta.2015.04.048

The conductimetric interdigitated thick film pH sensors based on RuO2 were fabricated and their electrochemical reactions with solutions of different pH values were studied by electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) technique. The microstructura... Read More about Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopic Analysis of RuO2 Based Thick Film pH Sensors.

Role of feed-in tariff policy in promoting solar photovoltaic investments in Malaysia: A system dynamics approach (2015)
Journal Article
Ahmad, S., Tahar, R. M., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Munir, A. B., & Rahim, R. A. (2015). Role of feed-in tariff policy in promoting solar photovoltaic investments in Malaysia: A system dynamics approach. Energy, 84, 808-815. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2015.03.047

Solar photovoltaic has shown a significant rise in terms of worldwide installation. One of the main reason is due to the introduction of the FiT (feed-in tariff) policy by the governments. This paper aims to evaluate FiT policy in promoting solar PV... Read More about Role of feed-in tariff policy in promoting solar photovoltaic investments in Malaysia: A system dynamics approach.

A critical evaluation on maximum power point tracking methods for partial shading in PV systems (2015)
Journal Article
Ahmed, J., & Salam, Z. (2015). A critical evaluation on maximum power point tracking methods for partial shading in PV systems. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 47, 933-953. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2015.03.080

As photovoltaic (PV) system suffers considerable energy loss due to partial shading (PS), various approaches have been proposed to mitigate this problem. Among these, improving the maximum power point tracker (MPPT) algorithm seems to be the most fea... Read More about A critical evaluation on maximum power point tracking methods for partial shading in PV systems.

The role of communication to the retention of seafarers in the profession (2015)
Journal Article
Papachristou, A., Stantchev, D., & Theotokas, I. (2015). The role of communication to the retention of seafarers in the profession. WMU journal of maritime affairs / World Maritime University, 14(1), 159-176. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13437-015-0085-1

The aim of this paper is to examine the availability of and access to communication facilities on board ships as a key factor that contributes to the retention of seafarers in the profession. To understand the communication options available on board... Read More about The role of communication to the retention of seafarers in the profession.