LEVERAGING SOA IN BANKING SYSTEMS INTEGRATION

There is no doubt that the systems integration is one of the most important and complicated tasks in software filed especially for complex applications like banking systems. Complexity in integrating banking systems often comes from continues changes in both technical and business features provided by them to meet customer needs. Banking systems always come from different software vendors which mean using platforms and different design and architecture patterns, and this for sure adds extra complexity for integrating them. Serviceoriented architecture (SOA) is a promising method in software filed that aims to build or restructure software systems in a manner that makes their maintenance and integration easier. Agility is the most important goal that should be achieved when building and integrating banking systems. Simply, agility is needed to meet market needs quickly and efficiently and SOA is the way that could provide itSOA, SOI, P2P Integration, Web Services, and Legacy Code

Performance Improvement of Neural Network Based RLS Channel Estimators in MIMO-OFDM Systems

The objective of this study was tointroduce a recursive least squares (RLS) parameter estimatorenhanced by using a neural network (NN) to facilitate the computing of a bit error rate (BER) (error reduction) during channels estimation of a multiple input-multiple output orthogonal frequency division multiplexing (MIMO-OFDM) system over a Rayleigh multipath fading channel.Recursive least square is an efficient approach to neural network training:first, the neural network estimator learns to adapt to the channel variations then it estimates the channel frequency response. Simulation results show that the proposed method has better performance compared to the conventional methods least square (LS) and the original RLS and it is more robust at high speed mobility

Al-Tememe Transformation for Solving Some LODE Without using Initial Conditions

Our aim in this paper is to apply Al-Tememe Transformations to solve linear ordinary differential equations (LODE) with variable coefficients using without any initial conditions

THE BEES’ ALGORITHM FOR DESIGN OPTIMIZATION OF A GRIPPER MECHANISM

In this paper, a gripper mechanism is optimized by using bees’ algorithm (BA) to compare with Non-dominated Sorting Genetic Algorithm version II (NSGA-II). The procedure of BA is proposed. The superiority of BA is illustrated by using results in figures and tables. A sensitivity analysis using correlation test is executed. The effectiveness coefficients of design variable for the objectives are provided. Consequently, the effectual design variables and the genuine searching method of BA are clearly evaluated and discussed. The BA provides dispersed and the least crowded Pareto Front population for solution in the shortest duration. Therefore, the best solutions are selected based on curve fitting. The closest solutions to the fitted curve are selected as the best in the region

Polymorphism in IL-6(-174 G/C) Gene in Scabietic Patients

Background : Scabies (Sarcoptes scabiei var. hominis) is one of the parasitic diseases that is often ignored. It results in problems that trigger an allergic and inflammatory immunological response. Cytokines are crucial to the development of disease and its pathophysiology. This investigation looked at how scabies risk and a variation in the gene IL-6 affected IL-6 production. Materials and Methods : The goal of the current investigation was to determine the level of IL-6 by ELISA and its linked with IL-6(-174 G/C) polymorphisms in 60 scabietic patients and 30 healthy individuals. Results : In contrast, the IL-6(-174 G/C) CC genotype and C allele carrier frequencies were highly significant (P0.05) in the patients who had their first infestation. The results showed a significant increase (P0.05) in the IL-6(-174 G/C) GG genotype and G allele in the re-infestation group of patients compared to the healthy group. According to IL-6 genetic variations, low serum levels were connected with the CC genotype. Conclusion : IL-6(-174 G/C) Scabies susceptibility and polymorphism were related, providing evidence for the hereditary basis of the illnes

Ranking Function Methods For Solving Fuzzy Linear Programming Problems

In this paper, we concentrate on linear programming problems in which the coefficients of objective function are fuzzy numbers, the right-hand side are fuzzy numbers too, and both the coefficients of objective function as well as right-hand side are fuzzy numbers. Then solving these fuzzy linear programming problems by using many linear ranking functions. After that develop six numerical examples to illustrates the steps of solutions for all these type of linear programming problems which studying in this paper. Keywords: Fuzzy set theory, fuzzy linear programming, linear ranking function, trapezoidal membership

Activating the role of public participation as a new vision towards urban planning system reform : what can Syria learn from the British experience?

As a cross-national comparative study, this research examines the urban development decision-making process as a form of urban governance, emphasising the progress achieved in public participation within the British and Syrian urban contexts. According to the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), public participation is one of the key attributes of good governance. Therefore this study addresses public participation as an indicator of good governance; a means to ensure better development, and an end to enhancing the capacity building of the society. There is an abundance of theoretical and practical research addressing the topic of public participation in the urban development decision-making process in the UK, which might provide valuable references and lessons for developing countries to benefit from. Since 2011, Syria has been in turmoil and instability due to the ongoing war in the country, resulting in drastic social, economic, and political changes. Before the war and during the first decade of the 21st century, Syria sought to make some social and economic changes under the influence and help of the UNDP. Those change attempts were noted within the 10th Five Year Plan (FYP), where the concepts of ‘civil society’, ‘participation’, and ‘governance’ were introduced. Those changes have affected the urban planning context within the country, where a new approach to decision-making within the land-use planning system was introduced. However, the efficiency of the new approach to achieving better outcomes for development plans was still questionable. This research aims to critically review, evaluate and compare the progress achieved in the field of public participation in the urban development decision-making process (evolution, achievements, and problems) in the British and Syrian contexts by following a cross-national approach. It reviews the evolution of urban planning theories and public participation approaches and their practices. Based on the findings, an analytical framework is adopted to examine and evaluate the level of public participation within the decision-making process, both theoretically and in practice. The research is based on a case study approach. A mixed-method of data collection and analysis is applied in both countries through literature, policy and regulations reviews, and fieldwork in the selected study cases: Edinburgh, Scotland, UK, and Latakia, Syria. By studying and analysing the possibilities for broader public participation and more effective engagement of members of civil society in the urban development decision-making process, this research attempts to promote potential sustainable outcomes of public participation within their related political, economic, and social contexts. This research found some theoretical similarities between the UK-Scotland and Syria when addressing classic democracy (structure of the state, administrative and geographical division, the structure of state institutions, and the laws and regulations governing). However, the empirical research found that the fundamental differences lie in the practical implementation of the concept of democracy on the ground. Empirical research shows that public participation in the Syrian urban development decision making process is primitive and limited to informing only. Even the methods used to inform the public are ineffective enough and do not achieve the required propagation. Whereas in the case of UK-Scotland, public participation is more developed, and the public is engaged and consulted during the formulation of the decisions. Despite the difference in the level of democracy, the research indicates that Syria could benefit from the British experience. However, achieving this is a political matter that needs a political and societal will that involves restructuring the main forces of society (the state, the market, and the society). Based on the research findings, a series of recommendations have been developed to improve the practice of public participation in the urban development decision-making process and achieve reformatory changes to urban governance in Syria