In this paper, utilization of clustering algorithms for data fusion in decision level is proposed. The results of automatic isolated word recognition, which are derived from speech spectrograph and Linear Predictive Coding (LPC) analysis, are combined with each other by using fuzzy clustering algorithms, especially fuzzy k-means and fuzzy vector quantization. Experimental results show that the ...

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Three strains of facultatively anaerobic thermotolerant and moderately halophilic bacteria were isolated from two Jordanian hot spring locations. The novel Bacillus strains were short rods, Gram-positive, motile and spore formers. The strains were capable of anaerobic (but not aerobic) growth at 63C, moderately halophilic, able to grow at NaCl concentration range of 12 15 % and at temperatures ...

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There are different models for mapping and evaluation of desertification condition, such as global FAO_UNEP model. There are also several models for evaluation of desertification in Iran. In this study, tow fol/owing methods was used: 1-ICD method, (Iranian Classification of Desertification). 2- MICD method, (Modified Iranian Classification of Desertification). In this research, at first, these...

It is now generally accepted that wherever we need to address multiple different kinds of data deriving from multiple different kinds of sources, a strategy is required to ensure interoperability across the various systems involved. The United Nations Environmental Program (UNEP) is developing an ontology for use in their knowledge management platform—the Sustainable Development Goals Interface...

tions in porewater and seawater labile metal concentrations associated with copper mine tailings disposal into the coastal waters of the Atacama region of northern Chile. Marine Pollution Bulletin 44, 956–976. Lionetto, M.G., Caricato, R., Giordano, M.E., Pascariello, M.F., Marinosci, L., Schettino, T., 2003. Integrated use of biomarkers (acetylcholinesterase and antioxidant enzymes activities)...