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From Rags to Riches – Foreword
I was very happy to learn Dr. Melanie Gobert has chosen my book Rags to Riches – The story of …
Computing the eigenvalues and the eigenvectors of a matrix using the bimodal optical computer: Examples and analysis
The eigenvalues and the eigenvectors of a positive definite matrix are computed using the inverse iteration method and the bimodal …
Reflector axicon polarization beam splitter
The design of a reflective axicon polarization beam splitter (APBS) for a UV light is presented. The APBS consists of …
Polarization beam splitter for visible light using a bilayer coating
The design of a polarization beam splitter for visible light (PBS-VL) is presented. The PBS-VL consists of an absorbing substrate …
Orthogonal circular polarization axicon beam splitter
The design of an orthogonal circular polarization axicon beam splitter (OCPABS) that generates orthogonal circular polarization states (OCPS) is presented. …
“Let my laptop lead the way”: A middle eastern study
This paper describes the experiences of both students and faculty in two tertiary institutions in the Middle East: a university …
A modified algorithm for computing the eigenvalues and the eigenvectors using the bimodal optical computer
A modified algorithm is introduced for computing the eigenvalues and the eigenvectors of a positive definite matrix using the inverse …
A contingent of autonomous Marching Robots: Intricacies of system design and motion control
This paper details the intricacies of system design and the challenges faced in the construction and control of a contingent …
Freefalling balloon launched laboratory for low cost microgravity
A new, inexpensive, open source microgravity research system is proposed for scientific use, especially by universities in developing countries, which …
QFD, organisational creativity and productivity
Purpose – This paper examines the relationship between organisational creativity, productivity and the underlying dimensions that foster quality function deployment …
The influence of managerial power and credibility on knowledge acquisitions attributes
Purpose – This paper examines the relationship between credibility, the dimensions of power and a number of knowledge acquisition attributes. …
Dispersed leadership predictor of the work environment for creativity and productivity
Purpose – This paper examines the relationship between the dimensions of dispersed – self-management – leadership and a number of …
Interdisciplinary Project Based Learning (IPBL) in the imaging technology center: A case study
Many studies [1, 2] show that the use of IT in the classroom improves student learning and the way they …
Reinforcement learning approach of a multi-model controller
A control scheme based on reinforcement learning network is presented in this paper. The proposed controller is based on the …
Usability tri-parametric artifacts: A knowledge reporting artifact for software development reusability
This paper proposes a new usability artifact, namely Usability Tri-parametric Artifact (UTA). Guidelines and patterns are discussed and shown to …
E-learning and the educational organizations structure reengineering (EOSR)
There are many calls for innovative learning methods that utilize advanced technologies. However, we will raise fundamental questions that look …
Applications of artificial intelligence in bioinformatics: A review
Artificial intelligence (AI) has increasingly gained attention in bioinformatics research and computational molecular biology. With the availability of different types …
Reflection ‘on’ and ‘in’ teacher education in the United Arab Emirates
This article examines the uptake of reflective practice, as one of a number of educational discourses, by student teachers in …
