Technology Opportunities from University Technology http://www.university-technology.com/sectors/Software-and-Ebusiness Fri, 12 Mar 2010 07:43:06 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://unitech.dogdigital.net/details/combilex---a-keyword-based-pronunciation-lexicon Researchers at the University of Edinburgh have developed a high-quality keyword-based pronunciation lexicon, which is easily adaptable for use in text-to-speech synthesis (voice-building or run-time synthesis) and in speech recognition systems. University Technology Thu, 11 Feb 2010 16:41:17 +0100 http://unitech.dogdigital.net/details/case-based-reasoning---learning-through-experience Researchers in the Artificial Intelligence Applications Institute at the University of Edinburgh have developed a Case-Based Reasoning Shell that can be applied to large and complex databases. University Technology Fri, 09 Oct 2009 12:14:49 +0100 http://unitech.dogdigital.net/details/high-performance-monte-carlo-based-option-pricing-on-fpga Researchers at the University of Edinburgh have developed an FPGA Monte-Carlo simulation engine which runs complex financial analytics with significantly increased speed of execution simultaneously reducing power consumption and total cost of ownership of conventional processors. University Technology Fri, 09 Oct 2009 11:49:35 +0100 http://unitech.dogdigital.net/details/information-retrieval--computer-use-classification-system Monitoring and analysis of computer content and use has many widespread applications. On-tap, accurate business information on the usage of computer systems is of particular advantage to companies wishing to uphold an acceptable usage policy or indeed who simply wish to monitor the use of systems in general for performance appraisal and analysis. A new development from the University of Strathclyde offers a novel solution to these needs through an innovative content analysis and classification system. University Technology Wed, 03 Jun 2009 12:52:09 +0100 http://unitech.dogdigital.net/details/infrastructure-for-application-web-enabling-and-advanced-collaboration-support-(iawacs) Reliable, usable and speedy teleconferencing and sharing of applications and files over landline or wireless networks is a notable business priority in a digitised, connected age. A number of software packages aim to facilitate this, however most are restricted to specific operating systems or devices and have limited functionality. Some existing solutions also require every user to have their own copy of the shared application on their computer. University Technology Wed, 03 Jun 2009 12:22:07 +0100 http://unitech.dogdigital.net/details/the-pyrrho-database-management-system Pyrrho from the University of the West of Scotland is a compact and efficient relational database management system for the .NET framework. It supports the SQL2003 standard including advanced OLAP functions, and the free edition works for database files up to 8MB in size. The server has a 500KB footprint, so will run successfully on .NET enabled PDAs and mobile phones. Despite its small size it is scalable and efficient. It has been tested on high-volume scenarios, where it significantly outperforms existing commercial products, and the DataCenter edition is designed for supercomputing clusters. University Technology Thu, 24 May 2007 14:28:47 +0100 http://unitech.dogdigital.net/details/game-localisation-system-software-(gloss) Researchers at the University of Abertay Dundee have designed a localisation management system with computer game developers and publishers in mind that reduces localisation costs and improves turn-around time. The GLoSS solution integrates localisation into existing development processes enabling faster and more efficient localisations and improved management and quality of translations, in turn lightening the localisation load on developers and publishers. University Technology Wed, 19 Jul 2006 14:29:55 +0100 http://unitech.dogdigital.net/details/terrier---terabyte-retriever The University of Glasgow’s Department of Computing Science have developed a state-of-the-art information retrieval platform called ‘Terrier’. The ‘Terrier’ software enables the rapid development of Web, intranet and desktop search engines. More generally, it is a modular platform for the rapid development of large-scale Information Retrieval applications, providing indexing and retrieval functionalities. The University is currently seeking industrial partners to collaborate on the development of this project. University Technology Tue, 12 Apr 2005 10:43:09 +0100 http://unitech.dogdigital.net/details/animatic-composition,-editing--player-software-for-the-web The Centre for Music Technology at Glasgow University has developed a suite of compositor tools for the creation, editing and playback of animatics. The University is seeking potential licencees and/or collaborators. University Technology Wed, 04 Aug 2004 16:20:55 +0100 http://unitech.dogdigital.net/details/bipedal-character-animation-engine The Bipedal Character Animation Engine, developed by researchers at the University of Abertay Dundee, will support the development of computer games with much more realistic characters and authentic game play. It can take a player-controlled, bipedal creature running across an open landscape realistically reflecting the changing terrain the creature is negotiating. University Technology Wed, 04 Aug 2004 14:18:09 +0100 http://unitech.dogdigital.net/details/generic-ae-resource-planning-model A Generic Visual Interactive Simulation Model for Accident and Emergency Departments capable of re-configuring resources, such as the number of cubicles, x-ray facilities and resuscitation rooms as well as staffing levels, and analysing the resulting data has been invented by Glasgow Caledonian University. The model allows A&E consultants/managers to assess, with respect to patient waiting times, the current resource allocation within the department and to re-deploy the resources where necessary to reduce the waiting time of the patients. This will allow resource allocation “what if” questions to be asked and answered within a life or death environment without endangering lives. University Technology Fri, 23 Apr 2004 12:04:24 +0100 http://unitech.dogdigital.net/details/interview-training-software-package Researchers based in Glasgow Caledonian University have developed an innovative “shell” programme to deliver case study material interactively in question-and-answer format via the Web. The shell has been designed to be a sustainable resource, can be used in any domain area and is particularly suited to the development of interpersonal skills such as conducting interviews. The “shell” can be used in various training scenarios and disciplines such as accountancy or nursing. The system has a user-friendly format and tracks the student’s progress in order to provide feedback on their interview skills. University Technology Fri, 23 Apr 2004 11:42:29 +0100 http://unitech.dogdigital.net/details/caledonian-heritage-futures Cultural Heritage is a sector vital to Scotland’s social and economic development, which has been recognized in Scottish Enterprise’s cluster priorities, and by the Scottish Executive’s promotion of the National Cultural Strategy for Scotland. Tourism accounts for spending of nearly £4.5 billion and 193,000 jobs in the Scottish Economy. Cultural heritage provides the context and setting for social activity, involving the maintenance of community identity, and transmission of history in a tangible form. This makes it a bedrock for tourism development. University Technology Tue, 20 Apr 2004 16:26:51 +0100 http://unitech.dogdigital.net/details/newsboy:-an-interactive-news-retrieval-system Researchers at the University of Glasgow have developed an interactive news retrieval system. The technology demonstrator addresses a home entertainment market which is unexplored and has high commercial potential. Therefore, a suitable commercial partner is sought with whom we may begin the commercial exploitation of this advanced video data management technology. University Technology Fri, 02 Apr 2004 10:05:33 +0100 http://unitech.dogdigital.net/details/clinical-assessment-software-tools-for-3d-surface-anatomy-imaging The University of Glasgow has developed practical clinical assessment tools that utilise 3D images of the surface anatomy of a patient and which are also compatible with conventional 3D volumetric medical imaging data sources such as CT and MRI. Surface anatomy analysis algorithms, developed as part of an ongoing research programme, have been integrated with advanced statistical algorithms and packaged into a suite of intuitive, easy-to-use software tools that give the clinician significantly enhanced capabilities and can also be used to extend the capability of existing 3D volumetric data analysis techniques. Algorithms have also been devised to support statistical analysis of the true 3D shape of the imaged anatomy based on comparison of reference statistics derived from 3D images of a control group. The University is keen to begin the commercial exploitation of this technology and seeks a suitable commercial partne University Technology Wed, 24 Mar 2004 16:35:54 +0100