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Test Cases Generation for Object-oriented Software from Decision Slicing of UML Activity Diagram

Wasiur Rhmann & Vipin Saxena · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2016

Software testing is an integral part of the software development life cycle. Design of good test cases is a key challenge in software testing. Test cases can be designed from different artifacts like requirements, design and software code. In Software engineering, different UML d...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JSRR/2016/26872

Telecommunication Engineering and Entrepreneur Opportunities in Nigeria

Ayodeji J. Bamisaye & Caroline O. Ekejiuba · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2016

The positive development of entrepreneurs in any society enhances the socio-development of that society. Entrepreneurship thrives in competitive and challenging markets, under this competitive and liberalized environment, telecom industry is growing at an unimaginable pace. This...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JSRR/2016/21506

The Finite Sample Performance of Modified Adaptive Kernel Estimators for Probability Density Function

Serpil Cula, Serdar Demir & Oniz Toktamis · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2016

It is well-known that the most popular probability density estimator is kernel density estimator in literature. Adaptive kernel density estimators are generally preferred for data with long tailed densities. In this paper, the adaptive kernel estimators for probability density fu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JSRR/2016/27756

Effects of Climate Change on Annual Streamflow of Kocabaş Stream (Çanakkale, Turkey)

Tuba Ejder, Semih Kale, Seçil Acar, Olcay Hisar & Fatih Mutlu · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2016

Climate change due to global warming have effects upon sustainable use of natural resources. Climatic parameters such as temperature, evaporation and precipitation obtained from 3 meteorological observation stations, and streamflow data of Kocabaş Stream were used to understand t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JSRR/2016/28052

The Role of Convenience in Fast Food Consumption in Urban Ghana

Rose Omari, Joost Jongerden, George Essegbey, Godfred Frempong & Guido Ruivenkamp · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2016

Background: Although fast food has been linked to various health problems its consumption is increasing in Ghana. The objective of this study was to examine how convenience (a measure of perceived product convenience, which is a product attribute, and convenience orientation, a p...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JSRR/2016/27927

Case Study: Technical Considerations to Optimize Rice Husk Burning in a Boiler to Retain a High Solubility of the Silica in Rice Husk Ash

Masafumi Tateda, Ryoko Sekifuji, Mana Yasui & Atsushi Yamazaki · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2016

Aims: Optimal conditions were investigated for the operation of a boiler using rice husks as fuel. Superior operation resulted in the production of high quality ash as well as heat recovery. Good quality ash is a useful resource that can bring profits to a local community. Study...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JSRR/2016/27902

Multiple Attribute Group Decision Making with Linguistic Information Based on Linguistic Prioritized Operators

Zhiming Zhang · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2016

In this paper, we propose some linguistic prioritized aggregation operators and uncertain linguistic prioritized aggregation operators for handling the multiple attribute group decision making problems in which the attributes and decision makers are in different priority level. F...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JSRR/2016/11862

Simulation-based Learning Utilizing Virtualization Technology and Backtrack in Teaching Information Assurance and Security: Case in Haramaya University

Patrick D. Cerna · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2016

Simulation-based training techniques, tools, and strategies can be applied in designing structured learning experiences, as well as be used as a measurement tool linked to targeted teamwork competencies and learning objectives. An adequate computing lab support for advanced compu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JSRR/2016/27572

Determinants of Women Adaptation to the Potential Impacts of Climate Change: A Case Study in Assosa Woreda, Benshangul Gumez Region, Western Ethiopia

Martha Kidemu & Agena Anjulo · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2016

The aim of this study was to analyze determinants of women adaptation to potential impacts of climate change. Multinomial logit model was fitted to the data from survey of 150 (one hundred fifty) women headed households. The study was conducted in Benshangul Regional State of Eth...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JSRR/2016/27472

Assessing Carbon Footprints of Students in University of Agriculture Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria

E. T. Tembe, A. A. Onah & S. A. Shomkegh · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2016

The aim of the study was to assess the carbon footprints of students in the University of Agriculture, Makurdi, Nigeria, to determine the amount of carbon generated from unaccounted sources. The study was carried out in March, 2016, in 3 out of 10 Colleges in the University, purp...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JSRR/2016/28229

Weather Variability and Climate Change Impacts on the Mental Health of a Seaside Community

Sônia Regina da Cal Seixas, João Luiz de Moraes Hoeffel, Michelle Renk, Gabriela Farias Asmus & Fabio Bueno de Lima · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2016

Aims: To assess weather variability and climate change impacts on the mental health of a small fishing community in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Study Design: To this study, a fishing community strongly familiarized with the region was selected. Interviews were held with the most active fi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JSRR/2016/26194

A Review on Bio- And Adsorptive Desulfurization of Diesel Fuel

Mojirade M. Oloruntoba, D. S. Aribike & S. C. U. Nwachukwu · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2016

Aims: To review some previous work on biodesulfurization and adsorptive desulfurization of diesel fuel. Study Design: The emissions from fossil fuels have been established to be a major contributor to global warming and acid rain which deteriorates the environment and infrastruct...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JSRR/2016/26909

Optimisation of Drilling Parameters for Directional and Horizontal Wells Using Genetic Algorithm

O. A. Falode & C. J. Agbarakwe · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2016

In this paper, a modification of Bourgoyne and Young ROP model has been derived. Bourgoyne and Young recommend multiple regression method to determine unknown coefficients. However, applying multiple regressions leads to physically meaningless values in some situation. Although s...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JSRR/2016/27061

A Proposal for Measuring Solubility of the Silica in Rice Husk Ash

Masafumi Tateda, Ryoko Sekifuji, Mana Yasui & Atsushi Yamazaki · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2016

Aims: At present, rice husk is being used in many applications as a biomass resource. The method of rice husk quality evaluation, especially solubility, is not codified and therefore values cannot be compared across regions and institutions. In this study, the solubility of silic...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JSRR/2016/27239