Eurekalert Press Releases for Q3 2009

Public Release: 30-Sep-2009
International Journal of Information and Computer Security
Denial of service denial
A way to filter out denial of service attacks on computer networks, including cloud computing systems, could significantly improve security on government, commercial, and educational systems. Such a filter is reported in the International Journal of Information and Computer Security by researchers from Auburn University in Alabama.
 

Public Release: 28-Sep-2009
International Journal of Human Resources Development and Management
The skinny on 'Lean' education
Educators should learn from the "Just-In-Time" and "Lean" production techniques used by the automotive industry if they are to add value to the student experience as quickly and effectively as possible. That's the conclusion of a report published in the International Journal of Human Resources Development and Management.
 

Public Release: 18-Sep-2009
International Journal of Ad Hoc and Uniquitous Computing
Controlling the language of security
Korean computer scientists have developed a security policy specification for home networks that could make us more secure from cyber attack in our homes. They report details in the International Journal of Ad Hoc and Ubiquitous Computing.
 

Public Release: 4-Sep-2009
International Journal of Environmental Engineering
Bringing harmony to electronic waste disposal
Disposal and recycling standards for old computer equipment and other electronic waste must be harmonized for this rapidly growing problem to be dealt with effectively across national borders. An analysis of the current rules and regulations is reported in the latest issue of the International Journal of Environmental Engineering.
 

Public Release: 28-Aug-2009
International Journal of Engineering Systems Modeling and Simulation
Baby's mp3 heart monitor
A new type of fetal heart monitor could save the lives of unborn infants in complicated pregnancies, according to a study published in the International Journal of Engineering Systems Modeling and Simulation.
 

Public Release: 26-Aug-2009
International Journal of Intelligent Information and Database Systems
Strictly ballroom analysis
Computer scientists in Taiwan have devised a neural network program that can successfully classify a computerized music file based on its beat and tempo. The system could be a boon for music archivists with large numbers of untagged recordings and for users searching through mislabeled mp3 libraries. Details of tests on ballroom dancing music are reported this month in the International Journal of Intelligent Information and Database Systems.
 

Public Release: 26-Aug-2009
International Journal of Engineering Systems Modeling and Simulation
Call center optimization
A research report in the current issue of the International Journal of Engineering Systems Modeling and Simulation suggests that help desks can be optimized by adding very few extra staff.
 

Public Release: 19-Aug-2009
International Journal of Nanoparticles
A safe approach to nanotechnology
A nontoxic and environmentally friendly way to make tiny nanorods of zinc oxide has been developed for the first time by researchers in Saudi Arabia. The approach, described in the current issue of the International Journal of Nanoparticles, could allow the nanorods to be used safely in medical and for other applications.
 

Public Release: 31-Jul-2009
International Journal of Electronic Security and Digital Forensics
BioVault locks up biometrics
A system that allows biometric data to be used to create a secret key for data encryption has been developed by researchers in South Africa. They describe details of the new technology in the International Journal of Electronic Security and Digital Forensics this month.
 

Public Release: 31-Jul-2009
International Journal of Engineering Systems Modelling and Simulation
Opening a new window on daylight
A new approach to windows that could let in more light and cut indoor lighting needs by up to 99 percent in buildings in Tropical regions without losing the cooling effect of shades. Details are reported in the International Journal of Engineering Systems Modelling and Simulation this month.
 

Public Release: 27-Jul-2009
International Journal of Computational Vision and Robotics
Yawn alert for weary drivers
Research published in the inaugural issue of the International Journal of Computational Vision and Robotics, describes a system that can tell when you are yawning and could prevent road traffic accidents.
 

Public Release: 20-Jul-2009
International Journal of Heavy Vehicle Systems
Slotted buses keep passengers cool
A simple redesign of public buses used in hot and dry climates could make passengers more comfortable without the need to use extra fuel running air conditioning, according to a study published in the International Journal of Heavy Vehicle Systems.
 

Public Release: 16-Jul-2009
International Journal of Environment and Pollution
Less trouble at mill, thanks to earthworms
Waste from the textiles industry could with the assistance of earthworms and some animal manure become a rich compost for agriculture, according to a report in the International Journal of Environment and Pollution.
 

Public Release: 8-Jul-2009
International Journal of Signal and Imaging Systems Engineering
Blur's noise and distortion reversed
Errant pixels and blurry regions in a photo, whether digital or scanned, are the bane of photographers everywhere. Moreover, in vision processing research degraded photos are common and require restoration to a high-quality undegraded state. Research published this month in the International Journal of Signal and Imaging Systems Engineering could provide new insights.
 

Public Release: 7-Jul-2009
International Journal of Intelligent Systems Technologies and Applications
Recognition at last
A rapid but superior method for computerized face recognition could revolutionize security systems especially if it can see through disguises, according to research published in this month's issue of the International Journal of Intelligent Systems Technologies and Applications.