128,377 research outputs found
Student project allocation using integer programming
No full textThe allocation of projects to students is a generic problem in many universities within the U.K. and elsewhere, not only in engineering but also in various other disciplines. This paper defines the student project allocation problem explicitly by an objective function and a number of constraints. Two integer program models are presented, the first of which is a dynamic program. A general purpose solver is used to solve the models, and the input files are included in the Appendix. The models are computationally efficient and easily solved on a PC. Important issues in interpreting the model outputs are highlighted. As with any optimization problem it is possible for constraints to be too tight to permit any feasible solution. Application of the models is demonstrated by using data from the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Southampton, for the academic year 2001-2002. The model has been used successfully to allocate Individual Project and Group Project to students and is likely to become the defacto method of allocation of projects in the future. This paper demonstrates how operations research techniques used widely in optimizing use of resources can be applied in education
A fiscal needs approach to equalization transfers in a decentralized federation
No full textThe author reviews the conceptual basis for fiscal equalization transfers, analyzes the theoretical implications for optimal design of equalization transfers, and suggests quantitative approaches for assessing the fiscal needs of subnational governments and determining their entitlement to transfers. The author illustrates proposed methods using data for local and provincial Canadian governments. The proposed methods could be useful tools, he says, for undertaking systematic objective reviews of aggregate and sectoral public spending in developing countries. The author argues that in a decentralized federation, fiscal inefficiencies and inequities arise because of subnational governments'differing levels of ability to provide comparable public services at comparable tax rates. Fiscal equalization transfers that reduce or eliminate differentials in net fiscal benefits create a rare instance in economics when considerations of equity and efficiency coincide. These transfers must allow for differences in the spending needs and revenues-raising abilities of the various subnational governments. The author argues for a two-tiered approach to equalization. The first tier would be a federal responsibility to equalize the burden of federal taxes. The second tier would be an interprovincial equalization fund to be administered by the Council of Provincial Finance Ministers. It would entail a comprehensive equalization system that takes into account provincial spending needs. The standard of equalization would be negotiated.Public Sector Economics&Finance,Banks&Banking Reform,Municipal Financial Management,National Governance,Environmental Economics&Policies
Penguatan Sikap Teladan R.A. Kartini terhadap Mahasiswa Berdasar pada Hasil Desiminasi Bincang Inspiratif Wanita Hebat Mathla'ul Anwar
No full textSTRENGTHENING THE EXAMPLE OF R.A. KARTINI TOWARDS STUDENTS BASED ON THE RESULTS OF THE DISSEMINATION OF GREAT WOMEN INSPIRATIONAL TALKS MATHLA'UL ANWAR. This community service activity aims to provide empowerment to Mathla'ul Anwar University students based on the results of the dissemination of the Mathla'ul Anwar Inspirational Talk activity for Great Women. This activity was held to coincide on April 21, 2021 with the target of students residing in the Mathla'ul Anwar University environment from various majors or study programs. The holding of the Mathla'ul Anwar Inspirational Talk event was a form of appreciation for the role and struggle of Raden Ajeng Kartini in advancing the nation, especially for women whose roles were still limited at that time. By raising the theme of strengthening R.A Kartini's exemplary attitude, it is hoped that R.A Kartini's exemplary attitudes and traits can be transmitted to Indonesian women, especially women in Mathla'ul Anwar University. Through his fighting spirit and attitude, the figure of R.A Kartini can be an inspiration and able to awaken the younger generation to join the spirit and become a creative person
Newspaper Clippings on the Current Crisis
No full textThis collection includes:
Schurmann, F. (1990, November 21). Long-term cycle theory suggests looming depression. Newspaper clipping. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
Lever, H. (1982, September 24). International banking\u27s house of cards. The New York Times. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
The New York Times. (1982, March 31). Business failures spreading. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
Petzinger, T. Jr. (1982, May 24). Bankruptcy wave: Business failures hit post-depression high; tide expected to swell. The Wall Street Journal. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
The New York Times. (1983, July 5). Poor nations\u27 debts posing a threat to richer countries. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
Magazine clipping. (1981, October 26). A history of failure. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
Karmin, M. W. (1982, June 14). Do bankruptcies foretell a financial crash? U.S. News & World Report. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
Time. (1982, April 26). A rising tide of bankruptcies. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
U.S. News & World Report. (1981, November 30). Companies going broke—How big a danger? Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
Train, J. (1982, April 2). The 1930s again? Forbes. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
Karmin, M. (1982, May 3). Business failures—A new wave to come? U.S. News & World Report. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
Frank, A. D. (1982, May 24). Rush to reform. Forbes. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
Egan, J. (1982, October 25). Banks on the brink. New York. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
Quint, M., Sterngold, J., & Cole, R. J. (1990, August 23). Bank woes climbing in Northeast; Japan financial sector faces sharp reverses; Stocks fall sharply as oil surges. The New York Times. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
Labaton, S. (1991, January 10). Regulators are glum on outlook. The New York Times. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
Rochelle, W. J. (1990, November 29). What recession? It\u27s a depression. The New York Times. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
Silk, L. (1982, September 1). Economic scene: Capitalism and crises. The New York Times. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
Shaikh, A., PhD. (1984, April 21). Financial collapse, bad loans, and worldwide decline in profitability [Handwritten notes for presentation, Hamburg]. Manuscript in possession of author.
Shaikh, A., PhD. (1983, February 28). Other facts on U.S. versus other DCC\u27s [Handwritten notes comparing labor costs, social spending, taxes, and military spending]. Manuscript in possession of author.
Shaikh, A., PhD. (1984, November 7). Reagan years: 1980–84 [Handwritten outline covering economic boom 1982–1984]. Manuscript in possession of author.
Shaikh, A., PhD. (1984, April). Reduction of workweek as response to current crisis (Hamburg) [Paper discussing fall in profitability, labor, poverty, and Reaganism]. Manuscript in possession of author.
The New York Times. (1982, October 17). Family feuds [Political cartoon]. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
Lewis, F. (1982, October 17). European slump tumbles leaders left and right. The New York Times. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
Malabre Jr., A. L. (1980, April 8). Dangerous debt. The Wall Street Journal. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
Bradsher, K. (1995, October 27). Widest gap in incomes? Research points to U.S. The New York Times. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
The New York Times. (1995, September 15). Bankruptcies rise in Japan. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
BusinessWeek. (1984, October 29). Behind the banking turmoil. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
Silk, L. (1985, February 20). Economic scene: Expansion\u27s shaky base. The New York Times. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
Kristof, N. D. (1985, July 30). Peru debt-payment cap is an important symbol. The New York Times. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
The New York Times. (1986, May 25). Concern over future of Mexico growing in U.S. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
The New York Times. (1986, June 10). Renewed respect for family companies\u27 traditional values. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
Stockton, W. (1986, June 10). Peso value falls amid uncertainty on Mexico\u27s debt. The New York Times. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
Wiggins, P. H. (1990, February 27). Wall Street weathers Japan jolt. The New York Times. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
Fuerbringer, J. (1990, February 27). Why world shrugged off Tokyo\u27s stock tumble. The New York Times. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
Bartlett, S. (1989, July 24). U.S. efforts to aid debtor nations bring \u27profound disappointment\u27. The New York Times. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
Kilborn, P. T. (1989, July 24). U.S., Mexico and banks appear to be near to reaching agreement. The New York Times. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
Silk, L. (1990, November 11). Why it\u27s too soon to predict another Great Depression. The New York Times. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
The New York Times. (1990, November 11). Taking the pulse of an ailing economy [Graphic showing recessions and GNP, 1960–1990]. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD.
Arenson, K. W. (1982, July 8). The erosion of American industry. The New York Times. Manuscript in possession of Anwar Shaikh, PhD
Foreign investment in the building industry in Kuwait : a system dynamics approach
No full textThesis (M.S.)--Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Alfred P. Sloan School of Management, 1981.Bibliography: leaves 150-152.by Anwar N. Diab.Thesis (M.S.)--Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Alfred P. Sloan School of Management, 1981
Syamsul Anwar dan Pemikirannya dalam Bidang Hisab-rukyat
No full textTulisan ini membahas pemikiran Syamsul Anwar dalam bidang ilmu falak, terutamadalam bidang hisab-rukyat. Di tengah minimnya ahli falak di Indonesia, terlebih di lingkungan Muhammadiyah, nama Syamsul Anwar terasa masih sangat asing di telinga kebanyakan orang. Akan tetapi jika kita melihat lebih saksama sesungguhnya dari tangan Syamsul Anwar-lah banyak pemikiran-pemikiran cemerlang tentang hisab- rukyat lahir dan sangat terasa kontribusinya bagi Muhammadiyah khususnya dan masyarakat Indonesia pada umumnya. Tulisan ini memokuskan pada beberapa pemikiran Syamsul Anwar dalam bidang hisab-rukyat, yaitu mengenai kontekstualisasi pemahaman hadis-hadis tentang rukyat, hisab hakiki sebagai metode penentuan awal bulan dan interkoneksi studi hadis dan astronomi
The construction of Karen Karnak: The multi-author-function
No full textThis thesis is situated within the comparatively recent developments of Web 2.0 and the emergence of interactive WikiMedia, and explores the mode of authorship within a Read/Write culture compared to that of a Read/Only tradition. The hypothesis of this study is that the role of the audience has become merged with the author, and as such, represents new functions and attributes, distinct from a more conventional concept of authorship, in which the roles of audience and author are more separate. Read/Write and participatory culture, as defined by this study, is focused on collaboration, and includes the influences of D.I.Y. culture, Open-Source practices and the production of text by multiple authors. Multi-authorship presents a re-thinking of several concepts which support the notion of the individual author, since the focus of multi-authorship is not on attribution and ownership of a finished text, but on the continued malleability of a text. Modes of multi-authorship, demonstrated in the use of the pseudonyms Alan Smithee and Karen Eliot, represent declarative authors whose names signify multiple origins, whilst concurrently indicating a distinct body of work. The function of these names form an important context to this study, since primary research involves the construction of an experimental mode of multi-authorship utilising WikiMedia technology and the interaction of thirty nine participants, who are invited to create a body of work under the collective pseudonym Karen Karnak. The data generated by this experiment is analysed using aspects of Michel Foucault's author-function to identify and determine power structures inherent in the WikiMedia context. The interplay of power structures, including concepts such as identity, ownership and the body of work, affect the resulting mode of authorship and contribute to the construction of Karen Karnak, suggesting further areas of research into the emerging multi-author
A Multi-Language Comparison of Influences on Author Verification using Character N-Grams
No full textWe create a new multi-language corpus for author verification based on Wikipedia talkpages, and evaluate the influence that differences in topic and time have on character n-gram author profiles. Topic alignment between two texts is found to increase author verification precision, and an authors writing style is found to change over time, but not more significantly after 3 years than after 1 year.Information ArchitectureWISElectrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Scienc
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