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Highlights: [•] Debug scientific programs with statistical attributes. [•] Debug-time assertions using user-defined statistical functions and models. [•] Assertions are processed in parallel using split-phase framework. [•] Case study with molecular dynamics simulation. [•] Performance evaluation using 20,000 cores Cray XE6 system. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]

Mobile device applications (apps) have the potential to become a mainstream delivery method, providing services, information, and tools to extension clientele. Testing, promoting, and launching an app are key components supporting the successful development of this new technology. This article summarizes the considerations and steps that must be taken to successfully test, promote, and launch an app and is based on the authors' experience developing two horticulture apps, IPMPro and IPMLite. These apps provide information for major pests and plant care tasks and prompt users to take action on time-sensitive tasks with push notifications scheduled specifically for their location. App testing and evaluation is a continual process. Effective tactics for app testing and evaluation include garnering focus group input throughout app development and postlaunch, in-house testing with simulators, beta testing and the advantages of services that enhance information gained during beta testing, and postlaunch evaluations. Differences in promotional and bulk purchasing options available among the two main device platforms, Android and iOS, are explored as are general preparations for marketing the launch of a new app. Finally, navigating the app submission process is discussed. Creating an app is an involved process, but one that can be rewarding and lead to a unique portal for extension clientele to access information, assistance, and tools. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article presents a study on the analysis of the two nonlinear estimation technique applications. The study applied three approaches such as extended Kalman filter (EKF), particle filter and unscented Kalman filter to analyze the applications of the said nonlinear applications. The study indicates the importance of choosing a filter for different applications and its impacts on the accuracy and preciseness of the results.

Mobile devices such as smartphones and tablet computers are increasingly being used to supplement the use of laptops and desktop computers. Their small size makes them portable and convenient to use. These devices are providing horticulturists with new tools for their work. Mobile applications (apps) are software applications that run on smartphones and tablet computers. They can be easily downloaded to a smartphone or tablet computer. There are hundreds of thousands of apps available, covering a wide range of topics. Many apps are free, whereas others have a cost. Horticulture-related apps for research, extension, teaching, and industry are available. These apps deal with diverse topics such as food safety, geographic information systems, hydroponics, scouting for insects, turfgrass management and weeds, plant growth regulator (PGR) calculations, conservation trees (trees suitable and recommended for conservation plantings), landscape design, plant and tree identification, crop protection product information, and industry trade publications. This artide gives an overview of some of the horticulture-related apps that are available. Are there horticulture-related mobile apps for me? Yes! [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article reviews the science-related application "DNA Play" developed by Avokiddo.

The article discusses video search and recommendation specialist Digitalsmiths' research which showed an increase in consumer awareness of authenticated TV Everywhere application.

The article focuses on the research conducted by the analytics firm, Localytics which shows that the fourth quarter (Q4) of 2013 and first quarter of 2014 as volatile quarters for computer application engagement. It states that in the Q4, the number of application users peak at 30 percent, but in January 2014, the number of users declined to 16 percent. It mentions that the decline was caused by a combination of low marketing spend, reduced need for apps and reduced content consumption.

The article discusses the need for the creation of a Mobile Health Application review and certification organizations to review unregulated health apps.

The article focuses on the App Interrogator research report from Canalys Ltd. that examines deficiencies of the Android ecosystem, limited availability of high-quality, and tablet-optimized software applications in the Google Play store as of August 2013. The report reveals that 52 percent of top applications available through Google Play and optimized for tablets includes six titles that appear as top paid titles on operating system (iOS).

The article profiles Hossein Rahnama, Digital Media Zone's research and innovation director at Ryerson University in Toronto, Ontario. Rahnama developed Flybits application software for smartphones that responds to location and time cues, is combined with information such as a traveler's guide, and is used by airports and transit systems in Canada and France. He also started the Flybits mobile software company.

The article discusses the report "Mobile Applications," conducted by MarketReseach.com on the predicted number of mobile Internet users by the year 2016.

The article reports on the move of various researchers to design a system that secures Web applications by protecting against attacks on the portion of the code in the application that runs the user's machines rather than on Web servers.

The article reports on the development of an e-mail application that delivers messages via snails equipped with radio frequency identification chips by researchers at Bournemouth University in England, according to an article that appeared in the New Scientist Technology Blog. In the blog, it stated that e-mail messages are picked up by snails as they pass through an electronic reader. The snails, which move at 0.03 meter per hour, deliver these e-mails to the reader at the other end of their tank.

The article reports on a study conducted by ABI Research on demand for applications to stream and download audio, video, games, news, sports and social media in 2014.

The article focuses on the 2014 Benchmark Survey conducted by the telecommunications company, Perfecto Mobile which highlights mobile application errors detected by users. It states that almost half of the issues of mobile application are identified by users. It notes that 44 percent of defects are found by user, while 24 percent found by direct feedback. It mentions the top challenges including insufficient device coverage, lack of reliable automation, and coverage to execute test scenarios.

The article focuses on the latest technology trends which may have been overlooked by observers. Topics discussed include the web resource, Twitter utilizing hashtags, Google Glass, and application software including Snapchat for letting people take and share pictures. Other topics discussed include binging which features personal behavior enabled by technology.

The article offers information on a comparative study of 14 asset management software conducted by the Water Finance Research Foundation (WFRF) to help water utilities in the selection of the right tool for them. It cites various categories considered by the WFRF including company services, work orders, and asset management. WFRF president Greg Baird states that with the data provided by the study, they can would show how the programs stack up to each other.

An interview with Phillip Easter, the director of mobile applications at American Airlines, is described. According to the article, the airline is developing application software that uses application programming interfaces (APIs) to enhance user interfaces (UIs) and manage information. A voice over internet protocol (VoIP) service that allows travelers to adjust their plans with travel agents while in the air is mentioned.

The article discusses the Electronic Warfare (EW) and its importance in other areas and activities especially in warfighter in the U.S. EW systems like other electronic system continues for its technological changes including increased in software driven system. According to the author warfighter is in continuous pursuit for killer apps and multifunction systems, and the budget for defense will create greater urgency for its research and development programs.