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Overcoming Challenges of Sky Background Light in Large-Scale Astronomical Mosaics
(2016-08-03)Large-scale, high-resolution, photometrically calibrated images are key for many astrophysical problems. The INT Photometric Hα Survey has imaged the entire northern Galactic Plane in r, i and Hα filters. However, these ... -
Overcoming the multiple testing problem when testing randomness
(University of Hertfordshire, 2008)In this paper we propose a new method for overcoming the problem of adjusting for the multiple testing problem in the context of testing random number generators. We suggest it is to be used in conjunction with an existing ... -
Overcoming the multiple-testing problem when testing randomness
(2009)We propose a new method for overcoming the problem of adjusting for the multiple-testing problem in the context of testing random-number generators. We suggest that it is to be used in conjunction with an existing method. ... -
Overcoming the nail barrier : A systematic investigation of ungual chemical penetration enhancement
(2009-03-31)This study investigated the in vitro nail permeability of penetrants of varying lipophilicity—caffeine (CF, log P −0.07), methylparaben (MP, log P 1.96) and terbinafine (TBF, log P 3.3) and the effect of 2 novel penetration ... -
Overcoming Troublesome Knowledge in Threshold Concepts Learning: The Case of Theoretical Reasoning in Undergraduate Political Studies
(2018-06)This paper investigates the challenges posed by troublesome knowledge in undergraduate politics learning. Theoretical reasoning is taken as the chief example of troublesome threshold concept in politics, and the problem ... -
Overinclusive thought and loosening of associations are not unique to schizophrenia and are produced in Alzheimer's dementia
(2009)Introduction: Bleuler's concept of loosening of associations which he believed epitomised psychotic thinking can manifest as overinclusion (merging of semantic categories) on semantic categorisation tasks. Overinclusion ... -
Overlap of obsessive-compulsive personality disorder and autism spectrum disorder traits among OCD outpatients: An exploratory study
(2019-08-02)Background: Whereas the phenomenology of obsessive–compulsive personality disorder (OCPD) shows similarities to that of obsessive compulsive and related disorders (OCRDs) as well as with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), the ... -
Overloading and polymorphism in the interpretation of inheritance in C++
(University of Hertfordshire, 1994)The work described in this report was motivated by a desire to understand the implementation of inheritance in C++. In particular a paper by W.Harris entitled "Contravariance for the rest of us" had raised issues concerning ... -
Overseas flying faculty teaching as a trigger for transformative professional development
(2013)In earlier work, I proposed that flying faculty teaching, where home institution academics teach for short, intense periods in host countries, could foster transformative professional development. In the present article, ... -
An overview of AI adoption in business and management
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Overview of amphetamine-type stimulant mortality data – UK, 1997–2007
(2010)Background/Aims: Despite being amphetamine derivatives, MDMA and its analogues show a number of clinical pharmacological differences with respect to both amphetamine (AMP) and methylamphetamine (METH). We aimed here at ... -
An overview of anti-diabetic plants used in Gabon: Pharmacology and Toxicology
(2018-04-24)Ethnopharmacological relevance: The management of diabetes mellitus management in African communities, especially in Gabon, is not well established as more than 60% of population rely on traditional treatments as primary ... -
An overview of ballast water treatment methods
(American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2005)One of the greatest threats to the world's oceans is the transfer and potential introduction of harmful organisms in environments to which they are not indigenous. Ballast water deposited by marine vessels has been identified ... -
An overview of burst, buckling, durability and corrosion analysis of lightweight FRP composite pipes and their applicability
(2019-12-15)The main aim of this review article was to address the performance of filament wound fibre reinforced polymer (FRP) composite pipes and their critical properties, such as burst, buckling, durability and corrosion. The ... -
Overview of literature and information on "khat-related" mortality: a call for recognition of the issue and further research
(2011)During the past 20 years or so, more has become known about the properties of khat, its pharmacology, physiological and psychological effects on humans. However, at the same time its reputation of social and recreational ... -
Overview of optical local access networks development and design challenges
(2010-12-01)Local access network technologies tend to take advantage of the potentially huge capabilities of fiber communication to deliver faster and more various services to end users. There has been considerable research effort in ... -
Overview of Recent Trends in Microchannels for Heat Transfer and Thermal Management Applications
(2022-11-30)Distinctive recent research and experimental trends in microchannels for heat transfer and thermal management applications are investigated via a novel framework. The qualitative literature analysis was performed from four ... -
Overview of Sensitivity Analysis Methods Capabilities for Traction AC Machines in Electrified Vehicles
(2021-02-03)A robust design in electrified powertrains substantially helps to enhance the vehicle's overall efficiency. Robustness analyses come with complexity and computational costs at the vehicle level. The use of sensitivity ...