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A Novel State Space Exploration Method for the Sparse-Reward Reinforcement Learning Environment (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Liu, X., Ma, L., Chen, Z., Zheng, C., Chen, R., Liao, Y., & Yang, S. (2023, December). A Novel State Space Exploration Method for the Sparse-Reward Reinforcement Learning Environment. Presented at 43rd SGAI International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, Cambridge, UK

Sparse-reward reinforcement learning environments pose a particular challenge because the agent receives infrequent rewards, making it difficult to learn an optimal policy. In this paper, we propose NSSE, a novel approach that combines that stratifie... Read More about A Novel State Space Exploration Method for the Sparse-Reward Reinforcement Learning Environment.

Cyber Malware: Offensive and Defensive Systems (2023)
Book
Almomani, I., Maglaras, L. A., Ferrag, M. A., & Ayres, N. (Eds.). (2023). Cyber Malware: Offensive and Defensive Systems. Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-34969-0

This book provides the foundational aspects of malware attack vectors and appropriate defense mechanisms against malware. The book equips readers with the necessary knowledge and techniques to successfully lower the risk against emergent malware atta... Read More about Cyber Malware: Offensive and Defensive Systems.

Learning based motion artifacts processing in fNIRS: a mini review (2023)
Journal Article
Zhao, Y., Luo, H., Chen, J., Loureiro, R., Yang, S., & Zhao, H. (2023). Learning based motion artifacts processing in fNIRS: a mini review. Frontiers in Neuroscience, 17, Article 1280590. https://doi.org/10.3389/fnins.2023.1280590

This paper provides a concise review of learning-based motion artifacts (MA) processing methods in functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS), highlighting the challenges of maintaining optimal contact during subject movement, which can lead to MA... Read More about Learning based motion artifacts processing in fNIRS: a mini review.

Managing smart city governance: A playbook for local and regional governments (2023)
Report
Beckers, D., Gerli, P., Mora, L., Thabit, S., & Tonnarelli, F. (2023). Managing smart city governance: A playbook for local and regional governments. Nairobi, Kenya: United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat)

This playbook and its recommendations are primarily aimed at municipal governments and their political leaders, local administrators, and public officials who are involved in smart city initiatives. The recommendations, which are delineated in the su... Read More about Managing smart city governance: A playbook for local and regional governments.

A horizon scan of issues affecting UK forest management within 50 years (2023)
Journal Article
Tew, E. R., Ambrose-Oji, B., Beatty, M., Büntgen, U., Butterworth, H., Clover, G., Cook, D., Dauksta, D., Day, W., Deakin, J., Field, A., Gardiner, B., Harrop, P., Healey, J. R., Heaton, R., Hemery, G., Hill, L., Hughes, O., Khaira-Creswell, P. K., Kirby, K., …Sutherland, W. J. (2024). A horizon scan of issues affecting UK forest management within 50 years. Forestry, 97(3), Article cpad047. https://doi.org/10.1093/forestry/cpad047

Forests are in the spotlight: they are expected to play a pivotal role in our response to society’s greatest challenges, such as the climate and biodiversity crises. Yet, the forests themselves, and the sector that manages them, face a range of inter... Read More about A horizon scan of issues affecting UK forest management within 50 years.

Building Integrated Photovoltaics Design Optimisation through Customised Top Contact – An Advertising Opportunity? (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Amo Awuku, S., Bennadji, A., Muhammad Sukki, F., Prabhu, R., & Sellami, N. (2023, November). Building Integrated Photovoltaics Design Optimisation through Customised Top Contact – An Advertising Opportunity?. Presented at 4th Virtual International Conference Raman Optronics Webinar Series (ROWS) 2023, Online

Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) refers to the use of Solar Photovoltaics to replace conventional building materials such that they form part of the building envelope after construction. They are typically used to replace roofing sheets, wind... Read More about Building Integrated Photovoltaics Design Optimisation through Customised Top Contact – An Advertising Opportunity?.

The influence of a single antenatal relaxation class (ARC) on perinatal psychological wellbeing and childbirth experience: an observational study (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Tabib, M., Humphrey, T., Hollins-Martin, C., Forbes-McKay, K., & MacVicar, S. (2023, November). The influence of a single antenatal relaxation class (ARC) on perinatal psychological wellbeing and childbirth experience: an observational study. Presented at 2023 Lothian health and care professions research conference: achieving impactful healthcare research through clinical academic collaborations, Edinburgh, UK

What factors influence Nurse Independent Prescribing practice in UK primary care: qualitative evidence synthesis. (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Wojcik, G., & MacNeil, C. (2023, November). What factors influence Nurse Independent Prescribing practice in UK primary care: qualitative evidence synthesis. Presented at Nursing, Midwifery, Allied Health Professions, Psychology, Pharmacy, and Health Care Science Research Conference, Edinburgh, UK

Background
Primary care services in the UK are encountering unprecedented challenges, including staffing shortages, rising costs and workloads, and policy initiatives supporting high-quality person-centred care. To meet these demands and the complex... Read More about What factors influence Nurse Independent Prescribing practice in UK primary care: qualitative evidence synthesis..

Mobile money innovation and global value chain participation: Evidence from developing countries (2023)
Journal Article
Ajide, F. M., Sakariyahu, R., Lawal, R., Etudaiye-Muhtar, O. F., & Johan, S. (2023). Mobile money innovation and global value chain participation: Evidence from developing countries. Finance Research Letters, 58, Article 104694. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.frl.2023.104694

This study provides empirical insights on the effect of mobile money innovation on global value chain participation. Applying quantile estimation technique on the data of 90 developing economies between 2011 and 2018, we document that mobile money in... Read More about Mobile money innovation and global value chain participation: Evidence from developing countries.

Revolutionizing family businesses with artificial intelligence: a perspective article (2023)
Journal Article
Sawang, S., & Kivits, R. A. (2024). Revolutionizing family businesses with artificial intelligence: a perspective article. Journal of Family Business Management, 14(4), 802-807. https://doi.org/10.1108/jfbm-09-2023-0158

Purpose
This perspective article addresses the essential need to comprehend what artificial intelligence (AI) entails and how it can revolutionize the family business sector.

Design/methodology/approach
This article presents a literature review... Read More about Revolutionizing family businesses with artificial intelligence: a perspective article.

Colours and Shapes-Perspective from Ghanaians on BIPV Aesthetic Optimisation (2023)
Journal Article
Awuku, S. A., Bennadji, A., Muhammad Sukki, F., Prabhu, R., & Sellami, N. (2023). Colours and Shapes-Perspective from Ghanaians on BIPV Aesthetic Optimisation. International Journal of Structural and Civil Engineering Research, 12(4), 117-121. https://doi.org/10.18178/ijscer.12.4.117-121

Colours, texture and shapes of Buildings Integrated Photovoltaic (BIPV) have been fully explored in recent times to match mainstream architectural aesthetics. This study aims at getting some perspectives from Ghanaians when it comes to the colours an... Read More about Colours and Shapes-Perspective from Ghanaians on BIPV Aesthetic Optimisation.

A blue carbon model for the European flat oyster (Ostrea edulis) and its application in environmental restoration (2023)
Journal Article
Lee, H. Z. L., Davies, I. M., Baxter, J. M., Diele, K., & Sanderson, W. G. (2024). A blue carbon model for the European flat oyster (Ostrea edulis) and its application in environmental restoration. Aquatic Conservation: Marine and Freshwater Ecosystems, 34(1), Article e4030. https://doi.org/10.1002/aqc.4030

1. Historically, considerations of the carbon budget of bivalve shellfish have disproportionately focused on the cycling of carbon in shell alone, overlooking respiratory release and the potential role of bivalve shellfish habitats in the stabilizati... Read More about A blue carbon model for the European flat oyster (Ostrea edulis) and its application in environmental restoration.

Pregnancy length and health in giant pandas: what can metabolic and urinary endocrine markers unveil? (2023)
Journal Article
Wauters, J., Wilson, K. S., Cools, T., Vancsok, C., Bouts, T., Mulot, B., Leclerc, A., Haapakoski, M., Kok, J., Kühne, R., Ochs, A., Duncan, W. C., Girling, S. J., Hildebrandt, T. B., Zhou, Q., Li, R., Zhou, Y., Cai, K., Liu, Y., Hou, R., …Li, D. (2023). Pregnancy length and health in giant pandas: what can metabolic and urinary endocrine markers unveil?. Theriogenology Wild, 3, Article 100063. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.therwi.2023.100063

Mature female giant pandas usually ovulate once a year. This is followed by an obligatory luteal phase, consisting of a long-lasting corpus luteum dormancy phase (CLD; primary increase in progestogens) and a much shorter active luteal phase (AL; seco... Read More about Pregnancy length and health in giant pandas: what can metabolic and urinary endocrine markers unveil?.

Can clinical homes influence practice? A description of a first of kind clinical home for Healthcare Science in Scotland (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Breen, C. (2023, November). Can clinical homes influence practice? A description of a first of kind clinical home for Healthcare Science in Scotland. Presented at Lothian Health and Care Professions Research Conference 2023, Edinburgh, UK

This is a presentation to describe the first clinical home experience for Healthcare Scientists in NHS Lothian.

The aims of clinical and academic homes are to foster career development opportunities, enhance collaboration and develop capacity and... Read More about Can clinical homes influence practice? A description of a first of kind clinical home for Healthcare Science in Scotland.

Evaluation of a web-based intervention to optimize perinatal emotional wellbeing: A nested case-control study (2023)
Journal Article
Kuipers, Y. J., Bleijenbergh, R., Rimaux, S., & Mestdagh, E. (2024). Evaluation of a web-based intervention to optimize perinatal emotional wellbeing: A nested case-control study. International Journal of Clinical and Health Psychology, 24(1), Article 100422. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijchp.2023.100422

Background/Objective: WazzUp Mama© is a remotely delivered web-based tailored intervention to prevent and reduce perinatal emotional distress, originally developed in the Netherlands. The current study aimed to evaluate the adapted WazzUp Mama© int... Read More about Evaluation of a web-based intervention to optimize perinatal emotional wellbeing: A nested case-control study.

Healers and Midwives Accused of Witchcraft (1563-1736) - What Secondary Analysis of the Scottish Survey of Witchcraft Can Contribute to the Teaching of Nursing and Midwifery History (2023)
Journal Article
Ring, N., McHugh, N. M., Reed, B. B., Davidson-Welch, R., & Dodd, L. S. (2024). Healers and Midwives Accused of Witchcraft (1563-1736) - What Secondary Analysis of the Scottish Survey of Witchcraft Can Contribute to the Teaching of Nursing and Midwifery History. Nurse Education Today, 133, Article 106026. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nedt.2023.106026

Background: Nearly 4000 people were accused of witchcraft in Scotland between 1563-1736. Some of these were healers, midwives, and nurses.
Objective: To investigate Scotland’s folk-healers and midwives accused of witchcraft and review their work fr... Read More about Healers and Midwives Accused of Witchcraft (1563-1736) - What Secondary Analysis of the Scottish Survey of Witchcraft Can Contribute to the Teaching of Nursing and Midwifery History.