XML Music Notation Modelling for Multimedia

2011 ◽  
pp. 26-49
Author(s):  
Pierfrancesco Bellini
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
Visual Presentation ◽  
Computer Programs ◽  
Music Notation ◽  
Software Applications ◽  
Visual Coding ◽  
Music Score ◽  
The Common ◽  
Music Representation ◽  
And Control

The evolution of information technology has changed the use of music representation and notation in software applications, transforming and extending them from a simple visual coding model for music scores into a tool for modelling music for computer programs and electronic devices in general (e.g., keyboards), to support the exploitation of the multimedia characteristics lying behind music notation and representation. The MPEG Symbolic Music Representation (MPEG-SMR) is a new emerging standard for modelling music notation within the MPEG multimedia framework. MPEG-SMR provides an XML-based language to model most of the music notation in terms of the visual and audio aspects, as well as music score annotations. MPEG-SMR also provides a language to define the music score formatting rules, supporting personalisation for the score visual presentation, custom symbols and control visual rendering of the common notation symbols.

XML Music Notation Modelling for Multimedia

2008 ◽  
pp. 1683-1706
Author(s):  
Pierfrancesco Bellini
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
Visual Presentation ◽  
Computer Programs ◽  
Music Notation ◽  
Software Applications ◽  
Visual Coding ◽  
Music Score ◽  
The Common ◽  
Music Representation ◽  
And Control

The evolution of information technology has changed the use of music representation and notation in software applications, transforming and extending them from a simple visual coding model for music scores into a tool for modelling music for computer programs and electronic devices in general (e.g., keyboards), to support the exploitation of the multimedia characteristics lying behind music notation and representation. The MPEG Symbolic Music Representation (MPEG-SMR) is a new emerging standard for modelling music notation within the MPEG multimedia framework. MPEG-SMR provides an XML-based language to model most of the music notation in terms of the visual and audio aspects, as well as music score annotations. MPEG-SMR also provides a language to define the music score formatting rules, supporting personalisation for the score visual presentation, custom symbols and control visual rendering of the common notation symbols.

MPEG Symbolic Music Representation

2011 ◽  
pp. 12-25
Author(s):  
Pierfrancesco Bellini ◽  
Paolo Nesi ◽  
Giorgio Zioa
Keyword(s):  
Music Performance ◽  
Visual Display ◽  
Sheet Music ◽  
Music Production ◽  
Visual Coding ◽  
Music Score ◽  
Communication Devices ◽  
Audio Rendering ◽  
Music Piece ◽  
Music Representation

The evolution of digital communication devices and formats has recently produced fundamental changes in the practical approach to music representation and notation, transforming them from a simple visual coding model for sheet music into a composite tool for modelling music in computer and multimedia applications in general. As a consequence, a multi-layer model of music representation is needed for several purposes in addition to sheet music production or visual display, such as audio rendering, entertainment, music analysis, database query, music performance coding, music distance learning, etc. The Symbolic Music Representation is a standard for modelling music notations, proposed inside the MPEG multimedia framework. Symbolic music representation generalizes the main music notation concepts to model the visual aspects of a music score, and audio information or annotations related to the music piece, allowing integration with other audiovisual elements by multimedia references. The Symbolic Music Representation standard overcomes the limitations of a widely accepted format like MIDI, which is in line with its main purpose to model music events whereas it reveals important limitations in producing audio and visual representations with satisfactory results.

FINANCIAL CONTROLLING IN THE SYSTEM OF FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

2018 ◽  
Vol 28 (1) ◽  
pp. 137-141
Author(s):  
Petya Yordanova – Dinova
Keyword(s):  
Comparative Analysis ◽  
Financial Management ◽  
Financial Stability ◽  
Business Environment ◽  
Innovative Approach ◽  
Financial Sustainability ◽  
The Common ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Effective Use ◽  
And Control

This paper explores the comparative analysis of the financial controlling, who is a result from the common controlling concept and the financial management. In the specialized literature, financial controlling is seen as an innovative approach to financial management. It is often presented as the most promising instrument of financial diagnostics. Generally speaking, financial controlling is seen as a process of managing the company`s assets which are valued in monetary measures. The difference between the financial management and the financial controlling is that the second covers all functions of management, analysis and control of finances, aiming at maximizing their effective use and increasing the value of the enterprise. Financial controlling is often seen as a function of the common practice of financial management. Its objective is to preserve the financial stability and financial sustainability of enterprises operating in a highly aggressive business environment.

Inhibition of IL-13: A New Pathway for Atopic Dermatitis

2020 ◽  
pp. 120347542098255
Author(s):  
Kayadri Ratnarajah ◽  
Michelle Le ◽  
Anastasiya Muntyanu ◽  
Steve Mathieu ◽  
Simon Nigen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Monoclonal Antibody ◽  
Atopic Dermatitis ◽  
Severity Index ◽  
Severe Atopic Dermatitis ◽  
Treatment Alternative ◽  
Control Groups ◽  
Rapid Improvement ◽  
Common Receptor ◽  
The Common ◽  
And Control

Dupilumab, a monoclonal antibody against the common receptor of interleukin (IL)-4 and IL-13, was the first biologic therapy approved in Canada for treatment of moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis (AD). While it is considered safe and effective, dupilumab is not universally effective and 8%-38% of patients develop conjunctivitis, while some patients develop head and neck dermatitis. Thus, new therapeutic options are warranted. While both IL-4 and IL-13 play important roles in the pathogenesis of AD, it has been recently demonstrated that IL-13 is the primary upregulated cytokine in AD skin biopsy samples. A placebo-controlled phase 2b clinical trial evaluating the efficacy and safety of lebrikizumab, an IL-13 inhibitor, in AD demonstrated that, at 16 weeks, Eczema Area and Severity Index (EASI) 75 and Investigator’s Global Assessment (IGA) 0/1 were achieved by 60.6% and 44.6% of patients taking lebrikizumab at its highest dose (vs 24.3% and 15.3% of patients taking placebo, respectively). Moreover, treatment with lebrikizumab was associated with rapid improvement of pruritus and low rates of conjunctivitis (1.4%-3.8%). Another IL-13 monoclonal antibody, tralokinumab, was evaluated for safety and efficacy in moderate-to-severe AD. By week 12, among adults receiving 300 mg tralokinumab, 42.5% achieved EASI-75 and 26.7% achieved IGA 0/1 score (vs 15.5% and 11.8% in the placebo group, respectively). Both lebrikizumab and tralokinumab demonstrated acceptable safety profiles in AD (and non-AD) trials with adverse events often being comparable between treatment and control groups. Thus, IL-13 inhibitors may provide a safe and effective treatment alternative for patients with moderate-to-severe AD.

scholarly journals From “Technical Newbies” to “Optimistic Politicians”

2019 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
James Prater ◽  
Konstantinos Kirytopoulos ◽  
Tony Ma
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Valuable Insight ◽  
Scheduling Problems ◽  
Information Technology Projects ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Common Causes ◽  
The Common ◽  
Project Estimation ◽  
Engineering Projects

Purpose Despite the advent of sophisticated control methods, there are still significant issues regarding late delivery of information technology projects. The purpose of this paper is to investigate the common causes of scheduling problems specifically in the information technology projects context. Design/methodology/approach Through a quantitative research, the importance of those causes, as well as the underpinning factors driving them, is explored. The causes are ranked according to their relative important index, and exploratory factor analysis is employed to reveal underlying dimensions (factors) of these causes. Findings From the analysis, four factors were extracted, namely, “Dataless Newbie,” “Technical Newbie,” “Pragmatic Futurist” and “Optimistic Politician.” These factors explain the different latent conditions that lead to scheduling problems in information technology projects. Practical implications The key contribution of this research is that it enlightens the latent conditions underpinning scheduling problems. Also, the evidence provides that schedule development for information technology projects is impacted by the same causes that impact engineering projects, and that applying a number of mitigation techniques widely used within the engineering area, such as reference class, would, no doubt, not only improve information technology schedules but also reduce the political pressures on the project manager. Originality/value This research provides a valuable insight into understanding the underlying factors for poor project estimation.

Real-time modeling of retractable self-launching glider using spreadsheets

2017 ◽  
Vol 89 (6) ◽  
pp. 791-796
Author(s):  
Yasser A. Nogoud ◽  
Attie Jonker ◽  
Shuhaimi Mansor ◽  
A.A.A. Abuelnuor
Keyword(s):  
Control System ◽  
High Performance ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Visual Presentation ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Spreadsheet Model ◽  
Time Modeling ◽  
Model Complex ◽  
Effective Development ◽  
And Control

Purpose This paper aims to propose a spreadsheet method for modeling and simulation of a retraction system mechanism for the retractable self-launching system for a high-performance glider. Design/methodology/approach More precisely, the method is based on parametric link design using Excel spreadsheets. Findings This method can be used for kinematic and dynamic analysis, graphical plotting and allows simulation of control kinematics with the ability to make quick and easy parametric changes to a design. It also has the ability to calculate the loads imposed on each component in the control system as a function of input loads and position. Practical implications This paper shows that it is possible to model complex control systems quickly and easily using spreadsheet programs already owned by most small companies. The spreadsheet model is a parametric model, and it gives a simple visual presentation of the control system with interactive movement and control by the user. Originality/value This spreadsheet model in conjunction with a simple CAD program enables the rapid and cost-effective development of control system components.

Keeping the Focus on Public Health: The Struggles of a Tobacco Prevention Task Force

2003 ◽  
Vol 30 (6) ◽  
pp. 771-788 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jacquie A. Shillis ◽  
Beverly A. Hall ◽  
Gail G. Sneden ◽  
Nell H. Gottlieb
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Task Force ◽  
Tobacco Prevention ◽  
Policy Success ◽  
Public Health Officials ◽  
The Common ◽  
And Control ◽  
Future Program ◽  
Product Sets

This case study examines a nonlegislative task force as it struggled to reach internal consensus despite external-political constraints. The study highlights the convergence of politics and science, revealing complex issues likely to be confronted by advocates and public health officials. Three themes capture participants’experiences: context, sizing up the opportunities and constraints; task force process, tacit strategy to operate outside the political context and play the science card; and aftermath, a glass half full. The task force took advantage of ambiguous parameters, crafting a comprehensive statewide plan to reduce tobacco use and breaking out of the common public health paradigm of allowing budget considerations to drive program design. These internal victories could not sustain a policy success in the legislature. However, the group’s product sets science-based standards for future program development, and the task force’s process provides valuable insights into other states developing tobacco prevention and control policies.

Medical Students’ Professionalism Narratives Reveal That Experiences With Death, Dying, or Palliative Care Are More Positive Than Other Experiences During Their Internal Medicine Clerkship

2016 ◽  
Vol 34 (1) ◽  
pp. 79-84 ◽  
Author(s):  
Larry D. Cripe ◽  
David G. Hedrick ◽  
Kevin L. Rand ◽  
Debra Burns ◽  
Daniella Banno ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Internal Medicine ◽  
Palliative Care ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Educational Strategies ◽  
Barriers To Learning ◽  
Medicine Clerkship ◽  
Student Preparedness ◽  
Internal Medicine Clerkship ◽  
The Common ◽  
And Control

Purpose: More physicians need to acquire the skills of primary palliative care. Medical students’ clerkship experiences with death, dying, and palliative care (DDPC), however, may create barriers to learning such skills during residency. Whether professional development is differentially affected by DDPC is unknown. This knowledge gap potentially hinders the development of educational strategies to optimize students’ preparedness for primary palliative care. Method: Third-year students submitted professionalism narratives (N = 4062) during their internal medicine clerkship between 2004 and 2011. We identified DDPC-related narratives and then randomly selected control narratives. Narratives were compared by valence (positive or negative) and professionalism-related themes. Results and Conclusion: Less than 10% of the narratives were related to DDPC, but the majority was positive. There was a significant overlap in professionalism themes between DDPC and control narratives. The results suggest student preparedness for primary palliative care may be improved by addressing the common professionalism challenges of clinical clerkships.

scholarly journals ANALISIS DAMPAK ELECTRONIC DATA PROCESSING DALAM PROSES AUDIT INTERNAL BAGI AUDITOR INTERNAL PT BANK SULUTGO

2018 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Reynaldi R. Mandagi ◽  
Sifrid S. Pangemanan ◽  
Heince R. N. Wokas
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
Data Processing ◽  
Internal Audit ◽  
Electronic Data Processing ◽  
Computer Assisted ◽  
Accounting System ◽  
Similar Data ◽  
Audit Process ◽  
Electronic Data ◽  
And Control

Electronic Data Processing (EDP) is the use of automated methods for commercial data processing. As part of information technology, EDP performs repeated data processing of similar data with relatively simple forms of processing. Standar Profesional Akuntan Publik (SPAP) also emphasizes the need for auditor's understanding in examining a computer-based accounting system. This technique in Indonesian is known as Teknik Audit Berbantuan Komputer (TABK) or Computer Assisted Audit Techniques (CAATs) set forth in PSA No. 59 on Computer Assisted Auditing Techniques (SA Section 327). The method used in this study is a qualitative descriptive method by collecting and analyzing data and then drawing conclusions. The results obtained show that young auditors are more adaptable to the development of information technology, especially in conducting computerized internal audit and control. Impacts given in the audit process include increasing independence for internal auditors, providing accuracy and speed in managing data, and producing output from more accurate audit data processing. Impact on internal controls is to make the auditor perform internal control procedures after applying the EDP in the audit process to minimize the possibility of process errors, secure the program and data, and control the audit process to ensure that the audit has been properly implemented. The audit process using EDP is faced with several risks such as errors in data processing caused by human error, data loss caused by computer problems, and the computer used is exposed to the virus.Keywords : Analysis, Electronic Data Processing, Internal Audit

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