COHOMOLOGY AND DEFORMATIONS OF HOM-LIE-YAMAGUTI COLOR ALGEBRAS

Issa, A. Nourou The Kangwon-Kyungki Mathematical Society 2021 한국수학논문집 Vol.29 No.2

Hom-Lie-Yamaguti color algebras are defined and their representation and cohomology theory is considered. The (2, 3)-cocycles of a given Hom-Lie-Yamaguti color algebra T are shown to be very useful in a study of its deformations. In particular, it is shown that any (2, 3)-cocycle of T gives rise to a Hom-Lie-Yamaguti color structure on T⊕V , where V is a T-module, and that a one-parameter infinitesimal deformation of T is equivalent to that a (2, 3)-cocycle of T (with coefficients in the adjoint representation) defines a Hom-Lie-Yamaguti color algebra of deformation type.

Utility of Seated Lateral Radiographs in the Diagnosis and Classification of Lumbar Degenerative Spondylolisthesis

Issa Tariq Z.,Lee Yunsoo,Berthiaume Emily,Lambrechts Mark J.,Zaworski Caroline,Qadiri Qudratallah S.,Spracklen Henley,Padovano Richard,Weber Jackson,Mangan John J.,Canseco Jose A.,Woods Barrett I.,Kay 대한척추외과학회 2023 Asian Spine Journal Vol.17 No.4

Study Design: Retrospective cohort study.Purpose: Our goal was to determine which radiographic images are most essential for degenerative spondylolisthesis (DS) classification and instability detection.Overview of Literature: The heterogeneity in DS requires multiple imaging views to evaluate vertebral translation, disc space, slip angle, and instability. However, there are several restrictions on frequently used imaging perspectives such as flexion-extension and upright radiography.Methods: We assessed baseline neutral upright, standing flexion, seated lateral radiographs, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) for patients identified with spondylolisthesis from January 2021 to May 2022 by a single spine surgeon. DS was classified by Meyerding and Clinical and Radiographic Degenerative Spondylolisthesis classifications. A difference of >10° or >8% between views, respectively, was used to characterize angular and translational instability. Analysis of variance and paired chi-square tests were utilized to compare modalities.Results: A total of 136 patients were included. Seated lateral and standing flexion radiographs showed the greatest slip percentage (16.0% and 16.7%), while MRI revealed the lowest (12.2%, <i>p</i> <0.001). Standing flexion and lateral radiographs when seated produced more kyphosis (4.66° and 4.97°, respectively) than neutral upright and MRI (7.19° and 7.20°, <i>p</i> <0.001). Seated lateral performed similarly to standing flexion in detecting all measurement parameters and categorizing DS (all <i>p</i> >0.05). Translational instability was shown to be more prevalent when associated with seated lateral or standing flexion than when combined with neutral upright (31.5% vs. 20.2%, <i>p</i> =0.041; and 28.1% vs. 14.6%, <i>p</i> =0.014, respectively). There were no differences between seated lateral or standing flexion in the detection of instability (all <i>p</i> >0.20).Conclusions: Seated lateral radiographs are appropriate alternatives for standing flexion radiographs. Films taken when standing up straight do not offer any more information for DS detection. Rather than standing flexion-extension radiographs, instability can be detected using an MRI, which is often performed preoperatively, paired with a single seated lateral radiograph.

Enhancement of nuclear radiation shielding and mechanical properties of YBiBO₃ glasses using La₂O₃

Issa, Shams A.M.,Ali, Atif Mossad,Tekin, H.O.,Saddeek, Y.B.,Al-Hajry, Ali,Algarni, Hamed,Susoy, G. Korean Nuclear Society 2020 Nuclear Engineering and Technology Vol.52 No.6

In this study, nuclear radiation shielding and rigidity parameters of Y (0.1-x)B0.6Bi1.8O3La2x glassy system were investigated in order to determine it's suitability for use as nuclear radiation shielding materials. Therefore, a group of bismuth borate glass samples with La₂O₃ additive were synthesized using the technique of melt quenching. According to the results, the increase of the La₂O₃ additive increases the density of the glass samples and the mass attenuation coefficient (μ_m) values, whereas the half-value layer (HVL) and mean free path (MFP) values decrease. The effective atomic number (Z_eff) is also enhanced with an increment of both mass removal cross section for neutron (Σ_R) and absorption neutron scattering cross section (σ_abs). In addition to the other parameters, rigidity parameter values were theoretically examined. The increase of La₂O₃ causes some other important magnitudes to increase. These are the average crosslink density, the number of bonds per unit volume, as well as the stretching force constant values of these glass samples. These results are in concordance with the increase of elastic moduli in terms of the Makishima-Mackenzie model. This model showed an increase in the rigidity of the glass samples as a function of La₂O₃.

An Investigation of the Awareness and Use of Open Access Initiative at the Federal Polytechnic, Offa, Kwara State, Nigeria

Issa, A.O.,Igwe, K.N.,Akangbe, B.R.,Aliyu, M.B. Korea Institute of Science and Technology Informat 2014 Journal of Information Science Theory and Practice Vol.2 No.3

This study investigated the information environment of lecturers in Federal Polytechnic, Offa, Kwara State, Nigeria, in relation to their information seeking behavior, extent of use of the polytechnic library, perceptions of the resources and services of the library, level of awareness and extent of use of the open access model of scholarly communications, as well as the challenges of accessing and using information resources. It adopted the survey research method, using a questionnaire for data collection, while the descriptive statistics method was used to analyse the data, using tabular presentation and simple percentages. From a population of 280 lecturers for the study, a purposive sample of 164 was drawn. The findings showed that the lecturers' information needs are focused on online use; they hardly use the polytechnic library due to their perceptions of the resources and services of the library. They are, to a greater extent, aware of open access initiatives, but do not publish in open access outlets, while various challenges affect their access and use of information resources for teaching and research. A recommendation was made, among others, that the polytechnic management should pay more critical attention to the library especially in the areas of adequate, current and comprehensive collections on all the programmes of the institution, as well as the provision of wireless internet services on the campus through a public-private partnership arrangement.

Strategic Information Systems Alignment: Alignment of IS/IT with Business Strategy

Issa-Salwe, Abdisalam,Ahmed, Munir,Aloufi, Khalid,Kabir, Muhammad Korea Information Processing Society 2010 Journal of information processing systems Vol.6 No.1

Using information systems effectively requires an understanding of the organisation, management, and the technology shaping the systems. All information systems can be described as organisational and management solutions to challenges posed by the environment. The advances in information systems have affect on our day-to day lives. As the technology is evolving immensely so are the opportunities in a healthy way to prepare the organisation in the competitive advantage environment In order to manage the IS/IT based systems, it is important to have an appropriate strategy that defines the systems and provide means to manage them. Strategic Information Systems Alignment (SISA) is an effective way of developing and maintaining the IS/IT systems that support the business operations. Alignment of the IS/IT plans and the business plans is essential for improved business performance, this research looks at the key features of SISA in the changing business circumstances in Saudi Arabia.

Retraction: Birth Weight Predicts Anthropometric and Body Composition Assessment Results in Adults: A Population-Based Cross-Sectional Study (J Obes Metab Syndr 2021;30:279-88)

Issa Al Salmi,Suad Hannawi 대한비만학회 2022 Journal of obesity & metabolic syndrome Vol.31 No.2

Display power analysis and design guidelines to reduce power consumption

Issa, Joseph The Korean Infomation Display Society 2012 Journal of information display Vol.13 No.4

Cold cathode fluorescent lamps (CCFLs) are used to provide lighting for liquid crystal displays (LCDs). This paper presents a set of guidelines for measurement characterization and design to reduce the power consumption of CCFL LCD backlight inverters and panel electronics. The proposed methods aim to reduce the backlight power consumption by fine-tuning a back-light inverter for a specific LCD, using several methods. First, the authors describe their power measurement methodology; and next, they identify different areas for tuning a backlight inverter for a given display. The experiment results showed that power savings can range from 50 to 200mW if the backlight inverter is properly tuned. This paper also proposes an optimized configuration for light-emitting device (LED) panels to reduce power loss by selecting a LED with a specific input voltage and number of cells to help minimize power loss.

THE CONTENTS OF THE US MIDDLE EAST POLICY AFTER OCTOBER 1973

Issa, Mahmoud Khairy 韓國外國語大學校附設 中東問題硏究所 1981 硏究論叢 Vol.1981 No.2

Birth Weight Predicts Anthropometric and Body Composition Assessment Results in Adults: A Population-Based Cross-Sectional Study

Issa Al Salmi,Suad Hannawi 대한비만학회 2021 The Korean journal of obesity Vol.30 No.3

Background: A poor intrauterine environment is associated with increased risks of hypertension, chronic kidney disease, and/or diabetes. This study evaluated relationships between birth weight and body habitus in a representative sample of the general population. Methods: Adult participants were asked to complete a birth weight questionnaire. Associations between various current anthropometric and body composition measurements and birth weight were investigated. Results: Of 7,157 respondents, 4,502 reported their birth weight, which ranged from 0.4 to 7.0 kg with a mean and standard deviation of 3.37±0.7 kg; of these, 384 had low birth weights (LBWs; <2.5 kg). In females, lower birth weights were associated with lower height, weight, lean body mass (LBM), total body water (TBW), fat mass (FM), fat%, and fat-free mass (FFM) than those of higher older birth weights (quintiles); however, waist circumference (WC), and hip circumference (HC) were similar across quintiles. In males, LBW was similarly associated with lower height, weight, LBM, TBW, FM, fat%, and FFM, and also with lower WC and HC. The obesity markers such as WC, WHR, and body mass index (BMI) were 47%, 61%, and 45% greater, respectively, in LBW females compared to normal birth weight females, while these associations showed non-significant trend in males with LBW. Conclusion: In adult male and female respondents, LBW was associated with lower body habitus: central obesity and body fatness (BMI, FM, fat%, FFM, FM/FFM, and FM/FFM2) were more pronounced in females than males, even after taking into account current physical activity and socioeconomic status. These findings indicate LBW may contribute to high blood pressure, dysglycemia and metabolic-abnormalities in adults.

On the characteristics and seismic study of Hat Knee Bracing system, in steel structures

Issa JafarRamaji,Massood Mofid 국제구조공학회 2012 Steel and Composite Structures, An International J Vol.13 No.1

In this study, a new structural bracing system named ‘Hat Knee Bracing’ (HKB) is presented. In this structural system, a special form of diagonal braces, which is connected to the knee elements instead of beam-column joints, is investigated. The diagonal elements provide lateral stiffness during moderate earthquakes. However the knee elements, which is a fuse-like component, is designed to have one plastic joint in the knee elements for dissipation of the energy caused by strong earthquake. First, a suitable shape for brace and knee elements is proposed through elastic studying of the system and several practical parameters are established. Afterward, by developing applicable and highly accurate models in Drain-2DX, the inelastic behavior of the system is carefully considered. In addition, with inelastic study of the new bracing system and comparison with the prevalent Knee Bracing Frame system (KBF model) in nonlinear static and dynamic analysis, the seismic behavior of the new bracing system is reasonably evaluated.