Recent Trends in Information and Communication Technology

1. Prediction of Financial Distress for Electricity Sectors Using Data Mining
Maryam Mirzaei, Seyed Mehrshad Parvin Hosseini, Goh Guan Gan, Pritish Kumar Sahu

2. Predictive Modeling for Dengue Patient’s Length of Stay (LoS) Using Big Data Analytics (BDA)
Henni Jumita Muhamad Hendri, Hidayah Sulaiman

3. Experimental Performance Analysis of B+-Trees with Big Data Indexing Potentials
Ali Usman Abdullahi, Rohiza Ahmad, M. Nordin Zakaria

4. A Proposed Methodology for Integrating Oil and Gas Data Using Semantic Big Data Technology
Kamaluddeen Usman Danyaro, M. S. Liew

5. Molecular Similarity Searching with Different Similarity Coefficients and Different Molecular Descriptors
Fouaz Berrhail, Hacene Belhadef, Hamza Hentabli, Faisal Saeed

6. Classification of Arabic Writer Based on Clustering Techniques
Ahmed Abdullah Ahmed, Mohammed Sabbih Al-Tamimi, Omar Ismael Al-Sanjary, Ghazali Sulong

7. Data Pre-processing Techniques for Publication Performance Analysis
Fatin Shahirah Zulkepli, Roliana Ibrahim, Faisal Saeed

8. Data Mining Techniques: A Systematic Mapping Review
Nouf A. Almozayen, Mohd Khalit Bin Othman, Abdullah Bin Gani, Salman Z. Alharethi

9. A Comprehensive Study on Opinion Mining Features and Their Applications
Shirin Noekhah, Naomie Binti Salim, Nor Hawaniah Zakaria

10. Adaptive Hybrid Geo-casting Routing Protocol for Mobile Ad hoc Networks
Ahlam Hashim, Kamalrulnizam Abu Bakar, Anazida Zainal

11. What Makes Older People Want to Use Mobile Devices?
Sofianiza Abd Malik, Muna Azuddin, Lili Marziana Abdullah

12. Mobile Augmented Reality Tourism Application Framework
Rashidi Abd Rashid, Halina Mohamed, Ab Razak Che Hussin

13. Motion Artifact Reduction Algorithm Using Sequential Adaptive Noise Filters and Estimation Methods for Mobile ECG
Fuad A. Ghaleb, Maznah Kamat, Mazleena Salleh, Mohd. Foad Rohani, Saif Eddine Hadji

14. Concerning Matters of Mobile Device Usage Among Older People
Muna Azuddin, Sofianiza Abd Malik, Murni Mahmud

15. Adaptive Memory Size Based Fuzzy Control for Mobile Pedestrian Navigation
Wan Mohd Yaakob Wan Bejuri, Mohd Murtadha Mohamad, Raja Zahilah Raja Mohd Radzi, Mazleena Salleh, Ahmad Fadhil Yusof

16. Extraction of Common Concepts for the Mobile Forensics Domain
Abdulalem Ali, Shukor Abd Razak, Siti Hajar Othman, Arafat Mohammed

17. Revisiting the Usability of Smartphone User Interface for Elderly Users
Hasanin Mohammed Salman, Wan Fatimah Wan Ahmad, Suziah Sulaiman

18. Taguchi Methods for Ad Hoc on Demand Distance Vector Routing Protocol Performances Improvement in VANETs
Mohamed Elshaikh, Mohd Nazri Bin Mohd Warip, Naimah Yaakob, Ong. B. Lynn, Aalaa Kamal Yousif, Zahereel Ishwar

19. Two Stage Integration of GPS, Kinematic Information, and Cooperative Awareness Messages Using Cascaded Kalman Filters
Fuad A. Ghaleb, Anazida Zainal, Murad A. Rassam, Faisal Saeed

20. Modeling of GPS Ionospheric Scintillation Using Nonlinear Regression Technique
E. F. Aon, Y. H. Ho, A. R. Othman, R. Q. Shaddad

21. Hybrid LTE-VANETs Based Optimal Radio Access Selection
Ayoob A. Ayoob, Gang Su, Desheng Wang, Muamer N. Mohammed, Omar A. Hammood

22. Optimization of B-MAC Protocol for Multi-scenario WSN by Differential Evolution Algorithm
Alaa Kamal, M. N. Mohd. Warip, Normaliza Omar, Mohammed Elshikh, Muzammil Jusoh, Ong. B. Lynn

23. Power Consumption Optimization Based on B-MAC Protocol for Multi-Scenario WSN by Taguchi Method
Alaa Kamal, M. N. Mohd. Warip, Normaliza Omar, Mohammed Elshikh, Muzammil Jusoh, Ong. B. Lynn

24. Modelling and Control of a Non-linear Inverted Pendulum Using an Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Controller
Mohammed A. A. Al-Mekhalfi, Herman Wahid

25. Adapted WLAN Fingerprint Indoor Positioning System (IPS) Based on User Orientations
Firdaus, Noor Azurati Ahmad, Shamsul Sahibuddin

26. Performance Analysis of the Impact of Design Parameters to Network-on-Chip (NoC) Architecture
Ng Yen Phing, M. N. Mohd Warip, Phaklen Ehkan, F. W. Zulkefli, R. Badlishah Ahmad

27. A Comparative Review of Adaptive Routing Approach for Network-on-Chip Router Architecture
F. W. Zulkefli, P. Ehkan, M. N. M. Warip, Ng Yen Phing, F. F. Zakaria

28. Intelligent Routing Algorithm Using Genetic Algorithm (IRAGA)
Nibras Abdullah, Ola A. Al-wesabi, Mahmoud Baklizi, Mohammed M. Kadhum

29. Double Curved Tracks Simulation of FSO Link for Ground-to-Train Communications in Tropical Weather
Wafi A. Mabrouk, M. F. L. Abdullah

30. Performance Evaluation of AODV, DSDV, and DSR Routing Protocols in MANET Using NS-2 Simulator
Abdullah A. Al-khatib, Rosilah Hassan

31. Planning and Optimization of LTE Radio Access Network for Urban Area at Taiz City, Yemen
Redhwan Q. Shaddad, Mohammed A. Abdulwadood, Nada Y. Kuradah, Samar A. Alsharaie, Mohammed A. Qaid, Amal A. Alramesi, Akram A. Rassam

32. Arabic Sign Language Recognition Using Optical Flow-Based Features and HMM
Ala addin I. Sidig, Hamzah Luqman, Sabri A. Mahmoud

33. On the Design of Video on Demand Server-Based Hybrid Storage System
Ola A. Al-wesabi, Nibras Abdullah, Putra Sumari

34. An Adaptive Threshold Based on Multiple Resolution Levels for Canny Edge Detection
Zuraini Othman, Azizi Abdullah

35. The Design of an Adaptive Media Playout Technique Based on Fuzzy Logic Control for Video Streaming Over IP Networks
Farij Ehtiba, Z. I. A. Khalib, Naseer Sabri, R. Badlishah Ahmad, Mingfu Li

36. A Preliminary Study on the Effect of Audio Feedback to Support Comprehension of Web Content Among Non-visual Internet Users
Nur Fadhilah Mohd Noh, Suziah Sulaiman, Azelin Mohamed Noor, Janson Luke Ong Wai Kit

37. Recognition of Holy Quran Recitation Rules Using Phoneme Duration
Ammar Mohammed, Mohd Shahrizal Bin Sunar, Md. Sah Hj. Salam

38. Realistic Rendering Colored Light Shafts Using Light Texture
Hatam H. Ali, Mohd Shahrizal Sunar, Hoshang Kolivand

39. Evaluation of Digital Image Watermarking Techniques
Tanya Koohpayeh Araghi, Azizah B T Abdul Manaf

40. An Enhanced Quadratic Angular Feature Extraction Model for Arabic Handwritten Literal Amount Recognition
Qais Al-Nuzaili, Ali Hamdi, Siti Z. Mohd Hashim, Faisal Saeed, Mohammed Sayim Khalil

41. Semi-automatic Methods in Video Forgery Detection Based on Multi-view Dimension
Omar Ismael Al-Sanjary, Nurulhuda Ghazali, Ahmed Abdullah Ahmed, Ghazali Sulong

42. Neuronal Approach for Emotion Recognition Based on Features Motion Estimation
Belhouchette Kenza, Berkane Mohamed, Belhadef Hacene

43. Segmentation and Enhancement of Fingerprint Images Based on Automatic Threshold Calculations
Alaa Ahmed Abbood, Ghazali Sulong, Atheer Akram Abdul Razzaq, Sabine U. Peters

44. Capturing Haptic Experience Through Users’ Visual Sketches
Fasihah Haji Abd Samad, Suziah Sulaiman, Dayang Rohaya Awang Rambli, Halabi Hasbullah

45. A Comparative Study of a New Hand Recognition Model Based on Line of Features and Other Techniques
Mayyadah R. Mahmood, Adnan M. Abdulazeez

46. Novel FPGA Implementation of EPZS Motion Estimation in H.264 AVC
Nahed Ali Bahran, Abdelhalim Zekry, Ramy Ahmed Fathy, Mohamed Fathi Ebian, Reem Ibrahim Sayed

47. Comparison of Drought Forecasting Using ARIMA and Empirical Wavelet Transform-ARIMA
Muhammad Akram bin Shaari, Ruhaidah Samsudin, Ani bin Shabri Ilman

48. Real Time Electrocardiogram Identification with Multi-modal Machine Learning Algorithms
Tuerxun Waili, Rizal Mohd Nor, Khairul Azami Sidek, Abdul Wahab Bin Abdul Rahman, Gökhan Güven

49. An Analysis of Rough Set-Based Application Tools in the Decision-Making Process
Masurah Mohamad, Ali Selamat

50. Differential Evolution Based Special Protection and Control Scheme for Contingency Monitoring of Transmission Line Overloading
Mahmood Khalid Hadi, Mohammad Lutfi Othman, Noor Izzri Abd Wahab

51. An Implementation of Metaheuristic Algorithms in Business Intelligence Focusing on Higher Education Case Study
Mohd Shahizan Othman, Shamini Raja Kumaran, Lizawati Mi Yusuf

52. Design and Control of Online Battery Energy Storage System Using Programmable Logic Controller
Nabil Mohammed, Kumeresan A. Danapalasingam

53. Test Cases Minimization Strategy Based on Flower Pollination Algorithm
AbdulRahman A. Alsewari, Ho C. Har, Ameen A. Ba Homaid, Abdullah B. Nasser, Kamal Z. Zamli, Nasser M. Tairan

54. Predicting Global Solar Radiation in Nigeria Using Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Approach
Sani Salisu, M. W. Mustafa, M. Mustapha

55. A Novel Hybrid Bird Mating Optimizer with Differential Evolution for Engineering Design Optimization Problems
Haval Sadeeq, Adnan Abdulazeez, Najdavan Kako, Araz Abrahim

56. Forecasting Crude Oil Prices Using Wavelet ARIMA Model Approach
Nurull Qurraisya Nadiyya Md-Khair, Ruhaidah Samsudin

57. The Classification of Urban Growth Pattern Using Topological Relation Border Length Algorithm: An Experimental Study
Nur Laila Ab Ghani, Siti Zaleha Zainal Abidin

58. CMARPGA: Classification Based on Multiple Association Rules Using Parallel Genetic Algorithm Pruned Decision Tree
HanChern-Tong, Izzatdin Aziz

59. Modified Cuckoo Search Algorithm for Solving Global Optimization Problems
Mohammad Shehab, Ahamad Tajudin Khader, Makhlouf Laouchedi

60. A New Hybrid K-Means Evolving Spiking Neural Network Model Based on Differential Evolution
Abdulrazak Yahya Saleh, Haza Nuzly Bin Abdull Hamed, Siti Mariyam Shamsuddin, Ashraf Osman Ibrahim

61. Local Search Based Enhanced Multi-objective Genetic Algorithm of Training Backpropagation Neural Network for Breast Cancer Diagnosis
Ashraf Osman Ibrahim, Siti Mariyam Shamsuddin, Abdulrazak Yahya Saleh

62. Optimization Health Care Resources in Sensor Network Using Fuzzy Logic Controller
Marwan Alhadi R. Ramdan, Mohammad Faiz Liew Abdullah, Ahmed N. Abdalla

63. Towards Improving the Healthcare Services in Least Developed Countries: A Case of Health Needs Assessment for Telehealth in Yemen
Abdulrahman A. Al-Fadhli, Marini Othman, Nor’ashikin Ali, Bassam A. Al-Jamrh

64. User Requirements for Prediabetes Self-care Application: A Healthcare Professional Perspective
Suthashini Subramaniam, Jaspaljeet Singh Dhillon, Mohd. Sharifuddin Ahmad, Joyce W. S. Leong, Cameron Teoh

65. Understanding Health Professionals’ Intention to Use Telehealth in Yemen: Using the DeLone and McLean IS Success Model
Abdulrahman A. Al-Fadhli, Marini Othman, Nor’ashikin Ali, Bassam A. Al-Jamrh

66. Quality of Service (QoS) Task Scheduling Algorithm with Taguchi Orthogonal Approach for Cloud Computing Environment
Danlami Gabi, Abdul Samad Ismail, Anazida Zainal, Zalmiyah Zakaria

67. A Fuzzy Logic Based Risk Assessment Approach for Evaluating and Prioritizing Risks in Cloud Computing Environment
A. Amini, N. Jamil, A. R. Ahmad, H. Sulaiman

68. Resolve Resource Contention for Multi-tier Cloud Service Using Butterfly Optimization Algorithm in Cloud Environment
Mohamed Ghetas, Huah Yong Chan

69. Digital Forensic Challenges in the Cloud Computing Environment
Ganthan Narayana Samy, Bharanidharan Shanmugam, Nurazean Maarop, Pritheega Magalingam, Sundresan Perumal, Sameer Hasan Albakri

70. Acceptance Model of Social Media for Informal Learning
Mohmed Y. Mohmed Al-Sabaawi, Halina Mohamed Dahlan

71. Critical Factors to Learning Management System Acceptance and Satisfaction in a Blended Learning Environment
Samar Ghazal, Hanan Aldowah, Irfan Umar

72. End-User Perspectives on Effectiveness of Learning Performance Through Massive Open Online Course (MOOCs)
Mohd Shahizan Othman, Guligeina Tashimaimaiti, Lizawati Mi Yusuf, Waleed Mugahed Al-Rahmi

73. A Reflective Practice of Using Digital Storytelling During Teaching Practicum
Bee Choo Yee, Tina Abdullah, Abdullah Mohd Nawi

74. The Role of Knowledge Sharing in Business Incubators Performance
Masoumeh Zibarzani, Mohd Zaidi Abd Rozan

75. Knowledge Creation Process Within Group Problem Solving Among Students in Academic Institutions
Saleh Abdullah Alkhabra, Haryani Haron, Natrah Abdullah

76. Blockchain Security Hole: Issues and Solutions
Norul Suhaliana bt Abd Halim, Md Arafatur Rahman, Saiful Azad, Muhammad Nomani Kabir

77. A Robust DCT Based Technique for Image Watermarking Against Cropping Attacks
Mohammad Javad Rajabi, Shahidan M. Abdullah, Majid Bakhtiari, Saeid Bakhtiari

78. A 0-Day Aware Crypto-Ransomware Early Behavioral Detection Framework
Bander Ali Saleh Al-rimy, Mohd Aizaini Maarof, Syed Zainuddin Mohd Shaid

79. SBRT: API Signature Behaviour Based Representation Technique for Improving Metamorphic Malware Detection
Gamal A. N. Mohamed, Norafida Bte Ithnin

80. Dimensions for Productive Ageing
Norisan Abd Karim, Haryani Haron, Wan Adilah Wan Adnan, Natrah Abdullah

81. Digital Games Acceptance in Malaysia
Normal Mat Jusoh, Bin Ismail Ishak

82. Rising Ageing Population: A Preliminary Study of Malaysian Older People Expectations in Information and Communication Technology
Lili Marziana Abdullah, Muna Azuddin, Sofianiza Abd Malik, Murni Mahmud

83. Online Shopping Inventory Issues and Its Impact on Shopping Behavior: Customer View
Muhammad Noman Malik, Huma Hayat Khan, Abdoulmohammad Gholamzadeh Chofreh, Feybi Ariani Goni

84. The DeLone–McLean Information System Success Model for Electronic Records Management System Adoption in Higher Professional Education Institutions of Yemen
Muaadh Mukred, Zawiyah M. Yusof

85. Users’ Verification of Information System Curriculum Design Model
Thong Chee Ling, Yusmadi Yah Jusoh, Rusli Adbullah, Nor Hayati Alwi

86. Understanding NUI Among Children: A Usability Study on Touch-Form and Free-Form Gesture-Based Interaction
Mohd Salihan Ab Rahman, Nazlena Mohamad Ali, Masnizah Mohd

87. Influence Maximization Towards Target Users on Social Networks for Information Diffusion
Abdus-Samad Temitope Olanrewaju, Rahayu Ahmad, Massudi Mahmudin

88. Exploring Elements and Factors in Social Content Management for ICT Service Innovation
Wan Azlin Zurita Wan Ahmad, Muriati Mukhtar, Yazrina Yahya

89. Situational Requirement Engineering in Global Software Development
Huma Hayat Khan, Muhammad Noman Malik, Abdoulmohammad Gholamzadeh Chofreh, Feybi Ariani Goni

90. Intellectual Property Challenges in the Crowdsourced Software Engineering: An Analysis of Crowdsourcing Platforms
Hani Al-bloush, Badariah Solemon

91. A Review of Advances in Extreme Learning Machine Techniques and Its Applications
Oyekale Abel Alade, Ali Selamat, Roselina Sallehuddin

92. A Review on Meta-Heuristic Search Techniques for Automated Test Data Generation: Applicability Towards Improving Automatic Programming Assessment
Rohaida Romli, Noorazreen Nordin, Mazni Omar, Musyrifah Mahmod

93. Predicting Software Reliability with a Novel Neural Network Approach
Shirin Noekhah, Naomie Binti Salim, Nor Hawaniah Zakaria

94. Performance Analysis of OpenMP Scheduling Type on Embarrassingly Parallel Matrix Multiplication Algorithm
Ng Hui Qun, Z. I. A. Khalib, R. A. A. Raof

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