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algorithms for learning MLNs can only deal
with small datasets with few descriptive
attributes. Non-binary descriptive attributes
dramatically increase the search space of
possible candidate clauses. We propose and
implement an innovative Joint-Bayesian-
Network (JBN) algorithm for learning a
directed relational model, and JBN performs
much better in runtime and predication than
other benchmark algorithms.
Student Organized Workshops:
Experiences From The Women in
Machine Learning Workshop
Presenter: Inmar Givoni (University of
Toronto)
Topic-specific workshops that bring
together students and researchers
from across the globe are a great way to
build supportive communities for women
in computing. Such events can be found
and organized by graduate students even
when they are geographically apart. This is
a case-study of my experiences from organizing
such a workshop. I hope describing
the positive impact of the workshop would
potentially motivate other graduate students
to take similar action.
Surprise Recognition and Reasoning
with the Help of Distributed Game
Players
Presenter: Xiaoxi Xu (University of
Massachusetts, Amherst)
Given that change is ubiquitous, it is
necessary for many of our systems to
recognize surprising and provocative events
and learn from them. In this project, we are
concerned with how to recognize surprising
events and reason about subsequent similar
events. We proposed two interactive online
games that entice distributed players to
help solve concerned problems in a way
not possible by either humans or computers
alone.
Sustainable Multi-Robot Patrol of an
Open Polyline
Presenter: Elizabeth A Jensen (University
of Minnesota)
In multi-robot patrol, a team of robots
works to optimize the frequency with
which they cover a set of points. While
previous work has focused on the uniformity
of the patrol algorithm, we focus on the
longevity of the system. We present an
algorithm that maintains coverage of an
open polyline using simple robots that have
limited battery lives. We present results
obtained through both physical experiments
and simulations.
Teaching Across Boundaries: Classes
in the Online Environment
Presenter: Antoinette Davis (University of
Kentucky)
Online education provides an excellent
opportunity for teachers and students
to collaborate in the digital environment,
across geographical boundaries. This
poster highlights the challenges faced in
online classrooms, especially in the STEM
disciplines. It also presents various strategies
and technologies that can make online
courses more engaging and student-friendly.
The authors hope this poster will serve to
engender discussions and collaborations
among the community of online educators
at GHC.
Teaching Girls Programming: The
Intentional Method
Presenter: Kenny Spade (Microsoft)
Learn to engage first year programming
students using free courseware
developed via a new teaching method.
Llewellyn Falco and Lynn Langit, professional
programmers, have created and
tested a set of reusable, gender-neutral
courseware. Using their intentional teaching
method (based on the best of Agile practices
and more), they have successfully started
hundreds of kids programming. Stop by their
poster session to try out the courseware live
at GHC.
Technology and Persuading Teenagers’
Physical Activity
Presenter: Sonia M. Arteaga (University of
California, Santa Cruz)
Obesity trends in youth have been on the
rise resulting in an increased risk of
health problems, such as TypeII Diabetes.
Not only is obesity detrimental to one’s
health, but it also puts increased pressure
on health care and medical expenses. This
project investigates the use of persuasive
technologies to motivate teenagers to
become and continue being physically
active. Design guidelines for this user group
and lessons learned are discussed.
The 1st Database for Experimentally
Discovered microRNA Profiles in
Human Cancers and Integrated Tools
for microRNA Sequence Analysis
Presenter: Boya Xie (East Carolina
University)
We developed a tool called miRSAT
with a database called miRCDB for
microRNA sequence analysis and cancerrelated
research. The miRSAT aims to
provide computational sequence analysis
for microRNAs of both animals and plants to
help researchers discover possible relationships,
functionalities, and evolutionary
histories of microRNAs. On the other hand,
miRCDB is the first database that stores
detailed miRNA experimental expression
profiles in human cancers.
The Amblr: A New Way to Explore a
Music Collection
Presenter: Rebecca L. Stewart (University
of London, Queen Mary)
Browsing music usually means searching
through artist/album/track listings,
but relying on these textual descriptions
of music can be limiting. A music browser
that does not rely on reading, but instead on
listening is proposed. This poster presents
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