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A Method To Secure A Mobile Payment Application Solution On A Cardholder-Owned Mobile Device, John Markh, Ian Javkin, Yeuxi Chen, Angelito Paca, Victor Tambunan, Marc Kekicheff, Sergey Smirnoff

Defensive Publications Series

Disclosed are methods for securing a mobile application on a cardholder-owned device, including defining principles and minimum security requirements for mobile applications that are designed to capture contactless payment instrument data and perform a cryptographic authentication of the contactless payment instrument. The present disclosure provides a solution that outlines minimum security requirements and evaluation guidance for mobile applications designed to capture data (e.g., a PAN, a cardholder’s name, an expiry data, an EMV cryptogram, etc.) of a contactless payment instrument using short-range communication, such as near-field communication (NFC), and further designed to perform a cryptographic authentication of the payment instrument.

Computationally Efficient Hdr Video Using A Packed Video Gain Map, Na

Defensive Publications Series

Gain map is a set of techniques that provide a consistent high dynamic range (HDR) appearance of visual content across devices based on an adaptation of the content to the capabilities of the display. When gain maps are applied to video, the reconstructed video frames require two decodes, one for the base frame and another for the gain-map frame, thereby doubling processing requirements. This disclosure describes techniques that reduce the number of decodes in gain-mapped video by scaling down the resolution of the gain-map frames and by packing them together into one frame. Gain map decodes that are conventionally performed …

Method And System For Authenticating Payment Transactions Based On Qr Code Scanning Behavior, Kaushal Kumar Jha, Vaibhav Shukla

Defensive Publications Series

The present disclosure relates to a method and system for authenticating payment transactions based on the unique way a user scans a QR code using their devices. The camera of the device is used to capture a QR code. Other sensors on the device are used to collect data related to the user's hand movements, including speed, angle, and path of hand movement while the user is scanning the QR code. The collected data is transmitted to an authentication server. The authentication server analyzes the received data and creates a unique, user-specific scanning behavior profile. The scanning behavior profile is …

Vol.52 N.10 September 26th 2024, Voice Media Ventures

Black Voice News

No abstract provided.

Thinking Outside The Book Box, Michael Lewis, Stephanie Chinn

University Libraries Faculty Research & Creative Works

No abstract provided.

A Review Of Geopolymer Cement, From Two-Part Geopolymer To One-Part Geopolymer Cement And Its Geotechnical Applications, Khadhra Allali, Nabil Bella, Ilham Aguida Bella, Oussama Khodjet El Fehem, Maria Victoria Borrachero, Jordi Payá, José Monzó

Emirates Journal for Engineering Research

Abstract

Portland cement, a crucial construction material, has been used extensively in various geotechnical projects. However, its over-reliance has led to environmental concerns, particularly regarding carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions during its production. Sustainable development involves the development of cement alternatives that are less damaging to the environment. Geopolymer cement can be a potential partial replacement for conventional Portland cement that can minimize carbon dioxide emissions and convert various by-products into useful products. Traditional geopolymer cement is composed of two components: an alkaline activator solution and a solid aluminosilicate precursor (other than water), and its production requires the manipulation …

Spartan Daily, September 26, 2024, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily, 2024

Volume 163, Issue 15

Novel High-Strength And High-Temperature Resistant Composite Material For In-Space Optical Mining Applications: Modeling, Design, And Simulation At The Polymer And Atomic/Molecular Levels., Haradou Sare, Dongmei Dong

College of Science & Mathematics Departmental Research

This study explores the modeling, design, simulation, and testing of a new composite material designed for high-strength and high-temperature resistance in in-space optical mining, examining its properties at both the polymer and atomic/molecular levels. At the polymer level, the investigation includes mechanical and thermal performance analyses using COMSOL Multiphysics 6.1, employing layerwise theory, equivalent single layer (ESL) theory, and a multiple-model approach for mechanical modeling, alongside virtual thermal experiments simulating laser heating. Experimentally, porous Polyaniline (PANI) films are fabricated via electrochemical polymerization, with variations in voltage and deposition time, to study their morphology, optical performance, and electrochemical behavior. At the …

Experimental Examination Of Enhanced Nanoceramic-Based Self-Cleaning Sprays For High-Efficiency Hydrophobic Photovoltaic Panels, Iman El-Mahallawi, Merna Abdrabo, Ahmed Elkaseer Prof., Engy Elshazly, Mohamed S. El-Deab

Renewable Mechanical Energy

Dust deposition poses a significant challenge in the implementation of photovoltaic panels (PV) especially in hot and dusty environments, such as the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. This issue leads to progressive degradation of PV efficiency and output power. In this context, this research work aims to improve PV performance by developing self-cleaning sprays as a preventative solution. Different concentrations of SnO2 and TiO2 nanoceramics were dispersed in isopropyl alcohol solvent to reduce the mixture’s viscosity and facilitate smooth spraying on solar panels, whose efficiency was continually assessed in outdoor conditions. Although less commonly used for this application, …

Mary In The Mass With The Connection To The Eucharist, University Of Dayton. International Marian Research Institute, Michele Foley

Podcast: All Things Marian

Transcript is available using the "Download" button.

Description: Today's reflections are of Our Lady Mary as Mother of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Then, as we move into looking at Mary and walking with her, we will look at the parts of the Mass. And recently, I heard a wonderful homily by a deacon from our church, Deacon Mark Danis, and I have him to thank for a new insight into the Mass and to Our Lady and her role in the Mass.

And then, we'll conclude our picture of Mary with Reconciliation and what that means.

Analyzing Criminal Case Disposition, Sentencing, And Employment Outcomes For Police Officers Arrested For Sexual Misconduct, Emma M. Butera, Evelyn M. Cook, Eric M. Cooke, Philip M. Stinson

Criminal Justice Faculty Publications

Previous literature has identified disparities in disposition, sentencing, and employment outcomes for officers convicted of various criminal offenses, yet research on disparities for sexual offenses is lacking. This study explores disparities in case disposition, sentencing, and employment outcomes for on- and off-duty sexual misconduct cases involving sworn law enforcement. Using data from the Henry A. Wallace Police Crime Database, this study examines disposition, sentencing, and employment outcomes in relation to individual officer characteristics among police officers arrested for sexual offenses. This research aims to uncover differences in case outcomes and has implications for equitable justice, accountability, and police reform.

Poster …

An Exploratory Analysis Of The Situational Contexts That Influence On-Duty Police Fatal Shootings, Aubrey L. Hill, Eric M. Cooke, Philip M. Stinson

Criminal Justice Faculty Publications

Examining the diverse scenarios and situations underlying fatal shootings by on-duty officers charged with murder and manslaughter is crucial for developing effective prevention strategies and policy recommendations. Previous studies focus on victim characteristics but often overlook motivations and situational contexts. To address this gap, this study uses data from the Henry A. Wallace Police Crime Database to examine situational contexts of on-duty fatal shootings. Specifically, we explore how the nature of the encounter, environment, weapons and bodycam presence, and officers’ perceptions influence these events. By analyzing these factors, we aim to understand the underlying causes of fatal shootings.

Poster presented …

The Indiana Statesman, September 26, 2024, Indiana State University

Student Newspaper

Richard Goodall wins America’s Got Talent; Terre Haute Pride Festival on Indiana State Campus; Donation to School of Nursing; Cunningham celebrates banned and challenged books

The Shelburne Line Allowed Up To 200 Airmen To Get Back To England To Fly Against Nazi Germany, Kellian Clink

Library Services Publications

The Shelburne Line, facilitated by Military Intelligence, Section 9, was something like the American Underground Railroad, but in this case, it was developed during the waning days of World War II to help evading or escaping aircrew to get back to fly against the Nazis. Wherever the airmen went down, they were first housed in Paris, then were accompanied to a small town in Brittany, where a BBC announcement would alert the helpers to start conducting the airmen to “la maison d’Alphonse” atop a Nazi patrolled promontory. From that house, they would have to descend a steep cliff, wait anxiously …

Administrative Forfeiture In Omani Legislation., Kamla Nasser Salim Al Toubi, Salim Yahya Salim Al Kharusi

Sultan Qaboos University Legal Studies Journal

The Omani Legislature has established administrative forfeiture as a way for the managing authority to collect outstanding debts from defaulting debtors without involving the judiciary. However, this system is rarely used by the entities with theright to enforce it. To address this issue, a research study has been conducted to highlight the administrative forfeiture system. The study is divided into two sections. The first section explains the concept of administrative forfeiture, distinguishes it from judicial forfeiture, and clarifies its legal nature. The second section discusses the reasons for using administrative forfeiture, the types of debts that warrant this approach, and …

Belonging Through Meaningful Activity In The Transition From Unhoused To Housed, Patricia Y. Plett, Rebecca Gewurtz, Abe Oudshoorn, Cheryl Forchuk, Carrie Marshall

Occupational Therapy Publications

Background

Belonging is closely associated with well-being, yet individuals with experiences of being unhoused are likely to experience social exclusion and challenges with developing a sense of belonging. Engagement in meaningful activity has been linked to belonging; however, there are no focused studies exploring experiences of how engaging in meaningful activities influences belonging. Meaningful activities are things we do that bring value to our lives.

Purpose

To explore how engaging in meaningful activities may influence experiences of belonging following homelessness through a secondary analysis of qualitative interviews.

Method

Using interviews conducted in a community-based participatory action study exploring the transition …

Tribal Vaccine Equity Conference Evaluation Results 2024, Camille R. Velarde, Kateri Chino

Posters and Presentations

No abstract provided.

The Rattler (Volume 113, Issue 2), St. Mary's University

The Rattler (Previous issues)

Founded in 1919, The Rattler is the student voice of St. Mary’s University in San Antonio, Texas. The newspaper documents campus life, academic and social issues, student opinion, and local and national events as they relate to the University community. Content typically includes news articles, editorial commentary, arts and culture coverage, sports reporting, and advertisements.

Usa V. Christian L. Whittaker

2024 Decisions

USDC for the District of New Jersey

It’S A Question At The ‘Root’ Of The Problem: Fungal Associations Of Dionaea Muscipula (Venus’ Flytrap) Roots In Its Native Habitat, Anna A. Carnaggio, Michelle M. Barthet

Biology

Carnivorous plants survive in harsh habitats with limited nutrients and a low pH. Much focus has been placed on carnivorous trap evolution as the primary mechanism to increase nutrient acquisition through insect digestion. Soil microbiome, however, may also play a pertinent role in nutrient acquisition influencing plant vigor and overall success. Dionaea muscipula, commonly known as the Venus’ flytrap, is endemic to rims of the Carolina Bays located in southeast North Carolina and northeast South Carolina, where D. muscipula survives in nutrient poor soils with a vestigial root system. We utilized a combination of microscopy, plating, and metagenomics, to investigate …

The Marianist Difference, Eric F. Spina

President's Blog: From the Heart

The conversation around the dinner table at Brother Ray Fitz’s house in the studentneighborhood turned to the perplexing question, “What do you say to people who don’t agreewith you?”

Preventing Campus Violence, Reimagining Physical Education, Allison Bell

UNH Today Archive

No abstract provided.

Irlbeck’S Innovative Teaching Approach Earns Him Paul's Excellence Award, Aaron Sanborn

UNH Today Archive

No abstract provided.

Medical School Watercooler Newsletter - September 26, 2024, Lindsay Hughes

Watercooler Newsletter

This is the Thursday, September 26, 2024 edition of the Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine's newsletter -- Watercooler.

• Infectious diseases physician-researcher joins internal medicine faculty
• Augustine to present case report at American Academy of Pediatrics National Convention
• Blueprint for Success aims to empower new academic physicians and scientists
• Lunch & Learn to focus on promotion and tenure
• Whiddon COM welcomes alumna Carly McRae to emergency medicine

In Memoriam: Theo Majka, Shannon Miller

College of Arts and Sciences Newsroom

Theo Majka, a recently retired professor whose classroom instruction and community engagement aligned with social justice, died Sept. 19.

General Education Subcommittee Agenda October 3, 2024, Utah State University

Educational Policies Committee

• Call to Order

• Approval of Minutes – September 5, 2024

• Course Approvals/Removals/Syllabi Approvals

• New Business

• Additional Items

• Adjourn: 9:30 am

The Adequacy Of The Seller's Obligation To Ensure Conformity In Protecting The Buyer In The Electronic Sales Contract, A Comparative Study., Rihab Marhoon Aamer Al Lwaihi, Saif Nasser Abdullah Al Mamari

Sultan Qaboos University Legal Studies Journal

Due to the significant gap created by advancements in science and technology, there is often a lack of understanding between the seller, who is well-versed in the professional aspects, and the buyer, who may lack the technical knowledge required to make informed purchasing decisions. Consequently, it has become important for sellers to guarantee that their products meet the standard specifications and satisfy the buyer's needs. This guarantee ensures that the buyer has strong legal protection in traditionalcontracts. The seller's commitment to adhere to the agreed terms is essential to a sales contract. This implies that the seller must guarantee that …

The French Theory Ofthe Autonomy Of International Commercial Arbitration In Light Of Islamic Law., Omar Hassan Al Youssef

Sultan Qaboos University Legal Studies Journal

There have been many studies comparing Maliki jurisprudence and French contract law. Still, little attention has been given to comparing arbitration in Islamic law with the French theory of the autonomy of international arbitration. Thisis surprising considering that some Arab countries have experienced serious consequences from applying the French theory in the past. Considering Paris's significant role as a place for arbitration, especially after Britain's exit from the European Union in 2020, it would be valuable to compare this French theory with Islamic law to develop fairer legal solutions than those followed in positive law. Therefore, this research compares the …

Discovering Factors That Influence Young African American Males' (18-25) Satisfaction With And Trust In Northeast Ohio Police, Timothy David Finucan Jr

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Police officers have been known to use excessive force and abuse their powers during encounters with young African American males (ages 18 to 25), which may lead to lower perception levels of police. This study provides crucial information for criminal justice professionals about the psychological and demographic factors that influence young African American males’ perceptions of police. The purpose of this study was to analyze these factors that influence how young African American males perceive law enforcement after having an encounter with the police and how to make future encounters more pleasurable. The research question in this study was used …

2024 September 26 - Academic Council Agenda And Minutes, Academic Council, East Tennessee State University

Academic Council Agenda and Minutes

No abstract provided.