The alarming increase of misinformation poses a significant threat to complex issues such as climate change, especially considering the proliferation new media, which has significantly contributed dissemination and reception misinformation. present study aimed examine how corrective news article featuring data visualisation influences reduction misconceptions correction regarding change after readers are exposed stimulus. investigated readers’ preexisting beliefs influence mitigation when...

Dental caries is a microbial disease that results in localized dissolution of the mineral content dental tissue. Despite considerable decline incidence caries, it remains major health problem many societies. Early detection incipient lesions at initial stages demineralization can result implementation non-surgical preventive approaches to reverse process. In this paper, we present novel approach combining deep convolutional neural networks (CNN) and optical coherence tomography (OCT) imaging...

Abstract NOTE: The first page of text has been automatically extracted and included below in lieu an abstract Session 1398 Integrating Engineering Design with Humanities, Sciences Social Using Integrative Learning Blocks Devdas Shetty, Donald Leone, Hisham Alnajjar, Saleh Keshawarz, Ladimer Nagurney Leo T. Smith College Engineering, University Hartford, West Connecticut 06117 Tel: 860 768 4615, Fax: 5073 Abstract: current paper highlights the impact National Science Foundation sponsored...

Abstract NOTE: The first page of text has been automatically extracted and included below in lieu an abstract Main Menu Session 2553 Integrating Science Math into the Freshman Engineering Design Course David Pines, Michael Nowak, Hisham Alnajjar / Laurence I. Gould, Diego Bernardete College Arts Sciences University Hartford application math science is essential part engineering design process. At Hartford, a freshman integrated learning block was established where faculty teaching Principles...

Abstract NOTE: The first page of text has been automatically extracted and included below in lieu an abstract Evolution Interdisciplinary Sophomore Design Course at the University Hartford engineering curriculum went through a major change 2001 that adding interdisciplinary sophomore junior design course to existing freshman senior capstone courses. new courses were added as part NSF grant entitled “Integrating Engineering with Humanities, Social Sciences, Sciences Mathematics.” undergone...

In this paper, five types of tissues, human enamel, cortical bone, trabecular muscular tissue, and fatty tissue were imaged <i>ex vivo</i> using optical coherence tomography (OCT). The specimens prepared in blocks 5 x 3 mm (width length height). OCT imaging system was a swept source operating at wavelengths ranging between 1250 nm 1360 with an average power 18 mW scan rate 50 to 100 kHz. probe placed on top 2 cm stabilizing device maintain standard distance from the samples. Ten image...

In order to characterize oral tissues, human specimens were imaged ex-vivo by optical coherence tomography (OCT) and compared with images obtained cone beam computed tomography. The results show that OCT can reliably differentiate between different tissues.

Engineering Design is the driving force in many engineering programs with little emphases on other considerations such as feasibility, financial, environmental, social, and regulatory aspects despite major push by ABET. This course Practice focuses addressing above concerns a one credit that required of all juniors team setting. The paper explains philosophy, practice, expectations, setup results teaching this for several years.

To strengthen the writing of junior and senior electrical computer engineering students, we are adding several assignments based upon five paragraph essay format to our courses. The format, almost universally taught in middle high schools, requires student clearly concisely analyze communicate a single idea, beginning with that states overall point, three supporting paragraphs, concluding paragraph. During Spring 2008 semester, these essays will be used electromagnetic field theory,...

Abstract NOTE: The first page of text has been automatically extracted and included below in lieu an abstract Session 2532 Digital Signal Processing/Image Processing: Freshman to Senior Year Hisham Alnajjar Department Electrical & Computer Engineering College University Hartford alnajjar@mail.hartford.edu A hands-on project course, which focuses on Processing (DSP) hardware applications through the use standard kits, is introduced at senior level. Since these DSP kits are important...

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into media has rendered it crucial to comprehend public acceptance this technology. four comprehensive models developed and tested in research employ structural equation modelling, which offers a thorough analysis the factors influencing AI media. relies on survey that was conducted within Egypt Saudi Arabia resulted sample 540 individuals. A novel theoretical model, integrated technology model (TAM) with virtual social attendance scale,...

in 2004.After functioning Kabul for approximately 20 years, the Engineering program was closed following Soviet occupation of Afghanistan 1980s.The temporary relocated to Pakistan 1990s.Although university officially open Herat City between 1995 and 2001, programming resources were extremely limited.Women (and some men) barred from teaching or attending classes, significant pressure exerted on faculty students study "appropriate" subjects (that is, Islamic studies).Even after change...

Abstract NOTE: The first page of text has been automatically extracted and included below in lieu an abstract A Mechatronics Program as Alternative to Separate Programs Electrical Mechanical Developing Countries Education is one the key infrastructure components needed sustain peaceful development maintain security, so that Islamic Republic Afghanistan (Afghanistan) can meet critical needs its people well participate fully international community. Higher education, particular engineering at...

Abstract NOTE: The first page of text has been automatically extracted and included below in lieu an abstract Session 3653 Getting Freshmen to make the Connection between Courses through Integrative Learning Blocks (ILBs) Hisham Alnajjar Electrical & Computer Engineering, College Engineering University Hartford alnajjar@mail.hartford.edu faculty worked specifically on revising freshman courses include team-based problem solving experience design methodology. In 1997 launched a pilot program...

Research suggests that an emerging environment of ubiquitous information technology affords seamless movement between formal learning, informal and the workplace. This paper reviews research data from one successful teaching learning methodology leverages movements in engineering education. The is ongoing pilot study at University Hartford using selected technical mathematics communication electronics courses. clearly defined academic jurisdictions have a positive correlation with...

Abstract Accomplishments and Lessons Learned A Partnership between University of Hartford Herat UniversityAbstractIn 2007, the College Engineering, Technology, andArchitecture, in West Hartford, Connecticut began a partnership with Faculty ofEngineering at University, City, Afghanistan. The goals projectwere to use combination curriculum revision development, faculty development,distance learning collaborative projects, local/internal partnerships establishthe Engineering as preeminent...

Abstract NOTE: The first page of text has been automatically extracted and included below in lieu an abstract An Update on the Partnership Between University Hartford Herat to Boost Engineering Education In 2007, College Engineering, Technology, Architecture, West Hartford, Connecticut began a partnership with Faculty at Herat, City, Afghanistan. goals project are use combination curriculum revision development, faculty distance learning collaborative projects, local/internal partnerships...

Abstract NOTE: The first page of text has been automatically extracted and included below in lieu an abstract Session 2793 Integrating Critical Thinking Writing Curriculum into Freshman Engineering B. Richards*, H. Alnajjar**, A. Ader*, R. Adrezin**, Isaacs** & P. Tempel* University Hartford alnajjar@mail.hartford.edu Being able to use critical analytical skills, as well the ability communicate this thinking, are essential people engineering. At Hartford, three faculty members from...

Abstract NOTE: The first page of text has been automatically extracted and included below in lieu an abstract Modernizing Engineering Education at Herat University A Partnership between Hartford In 2007, the College Engineering, Technology, Architecture, West Hartford, Connecticut began a partnership with Faculty Herat, City, Afghanistan. goals project are to use combination curriculum revision development, faculty distance learning collaborative projects, local/internal partnerships...