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Abstract: Pac-Bayes bounds are among the most accurate generalization bounds for classifiers learned from independently and identically distributed (IID) data, and it is particularly so for margin classifiers: there have been recent contributions showing how practical these bounds can be either to perform model selecti... |
Title: Sparsity and `Something Else': An Approach to Encrypted Image Folding |
Abstract: A property of sparse representations in relation to their capacity for information storage is discussed. It is shown that this feature can be used for an application that we term Encrypted Image Folding. The proposed procedure is realizable through any suitable transformation. In particular, in this paper we ... |
Title: Paired Comparisons-based Interactive Differential Evolution |
Abstract: We propose Interactive Differential Evolution (IDE) based on paired comparisons for reducing user fatigue and evaluate its convergence speed in comparison with Interactive Genetic Algorithms (IGA) and tournament IGA. User interface and convergence performance are two big keys for reducing Interactive Evolutio... |
Title: Approximate Nearest Neighbor Search through Comparisons |
Abstract: This paper addresses the problem of finding the nearest neighbor (or one of the R-nearest neighbors) of a query object q in a database of n objects. In contrast with most existing approaches, we can only access the ``hidden'' space in which the objects live through a similarity oracle. The oracle, given two r... |
Title: Universal and Composite Hypothesis Testing via Mismatched Divergence |
Abstract: For the universal hypothesis testing problem, where the goal is to decide between the known null hypothesis distribution and some other unknown distribution, Hoeffding proposed a universal test in the nineteen sixties. Hoeffding's universal test statistic can be written in terms of Kullback-Leibler (K-L) dive... |
Title: Logic with Verbs |
Abstract: The aim of this paper is to introduce a logic in which nouns and verbs are handled together as a deductive reasoning, and also to observe the relationship between nouns and verbs as well as between logics and conversations. |
Title: A Nonconformity Approach to Model Selection for SVMs |
Abstract: We investigate the issue of model selection and the use of the nonconformity (strangeness) measure in batch learning. Using the nonconformity measure we propose a new training algorithm that helps avoid the need for Cross-Validation or Leave-One-Out model selection strategies. We provide a new generalisation ... |
Title: Back analysis based on SOM-RST system |
Abstract: This paper describes application of information granulation theory, on the back analysis of Jeffrey mine southeast wall Quebec. In this manner, using a combining of Self Organizing Map (SOM) and rough set theory (RST), crisp and rough granules are obtained. Balancing of crisp granules and sub rough granules i... |
Title: Clustering Based on Pairwise Distances When the Data is of Mixed Dimensions |
Abstract: In the context of clustering, we consider a generative model in a Euclidean ambient space with clusters of different shapes, dimensions, sizes and densities. In an asymptotic setting where the number of points becomes large, we obtain theoretical guaranties for a few emblematic methods based on pairwise dista... |
Title: An Efficient Secure Multimodal Biometric Fusion Using Palmprint and Face Image |
Abstract: Biometrics based personal identification is regarded as an effective method for automatically recognizing, with a high confidence a person's identity. A multimodal biometric systems consolidate the evidence presented by multiple biometric sources and typically better recognition performance compare to system ... |
Title: Similarity Matching Techniques for Fault Diagnosis in Automotive Infotainment Electronics |
Abstract: Fault diagnosis has become a very important area of research during the last decade due to the advancement of mechanical and electrical systems in industries. The automobile is a crucial field where fault diagnosis is given a special attention. Due to the increasing complexity and newly added features in vehi... |
Title: Performing Hybrid Recommendation in Intermodal Transportation-the FTMarket System's Recommendation Module |
Abstract: Diverse recommendation techniques have been already proposed and encapsulated into several e-business applications, aiming to perform a more accurate evaluation of the existing information and accordingly augment the assistance provided to the users involved. This paper reports on the development and integrat... |
Title: Implementation of Rule Based Algorithm for Sandhi-Vicheda Of Compound Hindi Words |
Abstract: Sandhi means to join two or more words to coin new word. Sandhi literally means `putting together' or combining (of sounds), It denotes all combinatory sound-changes effected (spontaneously) for ease of pronunciation. Sandhi-vicheda describes [5] the process by which one letter (whether single or cojoined) is... |
Title: Design of an ultrasound-guided robotic brachytherapy needle insertion system |
Abstract: In this paper we describe a new robotic brachytherapy needle-insertion system that is designed to replace the template used in the manual technique. After a brief review of existing robotic systems, we describe the requirements that we based our design upon. A detailed description of the proposed system follo... |
Title: Stochastic Optimization of Linear Dynamic Systems with Parametric Uncertainties |
Abstract: This paper describes a new approach to solving some stochastic optimization problems for linear dynamic system with various parametric uncertainties. Proposed approach is based on application of tensor formalism for creation the mathematical model of parametric uncertainties. Within proposed approach followin... |
Title: Reference Resolution within the Framework of Cognitive Grammar |
Abstract: Following the principles of Cognitive Grammar, we concentrate on a model for reference resolution that attempts to overcome the difficulties previous approaches, based on the fundamental assumption that all reference (independent on the type of the referring expression) is accomplished via access to and restr... |
Title: Marking-up multiple views of a Text: Discourse and Reference |
Abstract: We describe an encoding scheme for discourse structure and reference, based on the TEI Guidelines and the recommendations of the Corpus Encoding Specification (CES). A central feature of the scheme is a CES-based data architecture enabling the encoding of and access to multiple views of a marked-up document. ... |
Title: A Common XML-based Framework for Syntactic Annotations |
Abstract: It is widely recognized that the proliferation of annotation schemes runs counter to the need to re-use language resources, and that standards for linguistic annotation are becoming increasingly mandatory. To answer this need, we have developed a framework comprised of an abstract model for a variety of diffe... |
Title: Standards for Language Resources |
Abstract: This paper presents an abstract data model for linguistic annotations and its implementation using XML, RDF and related standards; and to outline the work of a newly formed committee of the International Standards Organization (ISO), ISO/TC 37/SC 4 Language Resource Management, which will use this work as its... |
Title: Computing p-values of LiNGAM outputs via Multiscale Bootstrap |
Abstract: Structural equation models and Bayesian networks have been widely used to study causal relationships between continuous variables. Recently, a non-Gaussian method called LiNGAM was proposed to discover such causal models and has been extended in various directions. An important problem with LiNGAM is that the... |
Title: Distribution-Specific Agnostic Boosting |
Abstract: We consider the problem of boosting the accuracy of weak learning algorithms in the agnostic learning framework of Haussler (1992) and Kearns et al. (1992). Known algorithms for this problem (Ben-David et al., 2001; Gavinsky, 2002; Kalai et al., 2008) follow the same strategy as boosting algorithms in the PAC... |
Title: A Convergent Online Single Time Scale Actor Critic Algorithm |
Abstract: Actor-Critic based approaches were among the first to address reinforcement learning in a general setting. Recently, these algorithms have gained renewed interest due to their generality, good convergence properties, and possible biological relevance. In this paper, we introduce an online temporal difference ... |
Title: Language Models for Handwritten Short Message Services |
Abstract: Handwriting is an alternative method for entering texts composing Short Message Services. However, a whole new language features the texts which are produced. They include for instance abbreviations and other consonantal writing which sprung up for time saving and fashion. We have collected and processed a si... |
Title: Vers la reconnaissance de mini-messages manuscrits |
Abstract: Handwriting is an alternative method for entering texts which composed Short Message Services. However, a whole new language features the texts which are produced. They include for instance abbreviations and other consonantal writing which sprung up for time saving and fashion. We have collected and processed... |
Title: Spatial Clustering Tests Based on Domination Number of a New Random Digraph Family |
Abstract: We use the domination number of a parametrized random digraph family called proportional-edge proximity catch digraphs (PCDs) for testing multivariate spatial point patterns. This digraph family is based on relative positions of data points from various classes. We extend the results on the distribution of th... |
Title: Cross-Validation for Unsupervised Learning |
Abstract: Cross-validation (CV) is a popular method for model-selection. Unfortunately, it is not immediately obvious how to apply CV to unsupervised or exploratory contexts. This thesis discusses some extensions of cross-validation to unsupervised learning, specifically focusing on the problem of choosing how many pri... |
Title: Median K-flats for hybrid linear modeling with many outliers |
Abstract: We describe the Median K-Flats (MKF) algorithm, a simple online method for hybrid linear modeling, i.e., for approximating data by a mixture of flats. This algorithm simultaneously partitions the data into clusters while finding their corresponding best approximating l1 d-flats, so that the cumulative l1 erro... |
Title: Decomposition of the NVALUE constraint |
Abstract: We study decompositions of NVALUE, a global constraint that can be used to model a wide range of problems where values need to be counted. Whilst decomposition typically hinders propagation, we identify one decomposition that maintains a global view as enforcing bound consistency on the decomposition achieves... |
Title: Symmetries of Symmetry Breaking Constraints |
Abstract: Symmetry is an important feature of many constraint programs. We show that any symmetry acting on a set of symmetry breaking constraints can be used to break symmetry. Different symmetries pick out different solutions in each symmetry class. We use these observations in two methods for eliminating symmetry fr... |
Title: A possible low-level explanation of "temporal dynamics of brightness induction and White's illusion" |
Abstract: Based upon physiological observation on time dependent orientation selectivity in the cells of macaque's primary visual cortex together with the psychophysical studies on the tuning of orientation detectors in human vision we suggest that time dependence in brightness perception can be accommodated through th... |
Title: Analyse en d\'ependances \`a l'aide des grammaires d'interaction |
Abstract: This article proposes a method to extract dependency structures from phrase-structure level parsing with Interaction Grammars. Interaction Grammars are a formalism which expresses interactions among words using a polarity system. Syntactical composition is led by the saturation of polarities. Interactions tak... |
Title: Grouping Synonyms by Definitions |
Abstract: We present a method for grouping the synonyms of a lemma according to its dictionary senses. The senses are defined by a large machine readable dictionary for French, the TLFi (Tr\'esor de la langue franaise informatis\'e) and the synonyms are given by 5 synonym dictionaries (also for French). To evaluate the... |
Title: Mathematics, Recursion, and Universals in Human Languages |
Abstract: There are many scientific problems generated by the multiple and conflicting alternative definitions of linguistic recursion and human recursive processing that exist in the literature. The purpose of this article is to make available to the linguistic community the standard mathematical definition of recursi... |
Title: Exploiting Unlabeled Data to Enhance Ensemble Diversity |
Abstract: Ensemble learning aims to improve generalization ability by using multiple base learners. It is well-known that to construct a good ensemble, the base learners should be accurate as well as diverse. In this paper, unlabeled data is exploited to facilitate ensemble learning by helping augment the diversity amo... |
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