Biometrics
Research publications in fingerprint, face, iris, voice and multimodal biometric recognition, indexing and biometric image processing.
PUBLICATIONS
Research Outputs from BVC
Research carried out through Biometrics Visions Computing has contributed to scholarly publications across biometrics, artificial intelligence, computer vision, intelligent systems and interdisciplinary applications.
Publications reflect the work of BVC researchers, collaborators, graduate researchers and students across both fundamental and applied research.
PUBLICATION AREAS
Research Across Multiple Fields
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
Publications applying machine learning and deep learning to classification, prediction, recognition and intelligent decision-making.
Computer Vision & Image Processing
Research in image analysis, segmentation, visual recognition, medical imaging and related computer vision applications.
Intelligent & Connected Systems
Research involving AI-enabled systems, Internet-of-Things applications and intelligent computing across interdisciplinary domains.
Data Analytics & Applied Computing
Research applying statistical, computational and predictive approaches to healthcare, epidemiology, education and other real-world problems.
Engineering Education
Research on student learning, academic performance, prediction, attrition and the use of computational methods in engineering education.
SCHOLARLY OUTPUT
From Research to Publication
Publication is an important part of the BVC research process. Researchers are encouraged to communicate their findings through peer-reviewed journals, conferences and other scholarly outlets.
These publications document research developments, methodological contributions and applications arising from work carried out within the BVC research community.
PUBLICATIONS
Refereed Journal Articles
2024
Smart Multi-Purpose Farm Disease Monitoring and Notification Model
Nigerian Journal of Technology , vol. 43, no. 4, pp. 807–817.
Biometric Voice Recognition System in the Context of Multiple Languages: Using Traditional Means of Identification of Individuals in Nigeria Languages and English Language
Research in Statistics , vol. 2, no. 1.
DOI →2023
Real Time Iris Segmentation Quality Evaluation Using Medoids
, vol. 137, Art. no. 109290.
View Publication →Detecting Cassava Plants under Different Field Conditions Using UAV-Based RGB Images and Deep Learning Models
, vol. 15, no. 9, Art. no. 2322.
View Publication →A Comprehensive Review on Smart Grid Ecosystem
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View Publication →2022
Assessing Opportunities for Self-Study and Out-of-Class Activities in a Prescriptive High Contact-Hour Engineering Curriculum
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View Publication →2021
A Comparative Study of Soft Biometric Traits and Fusion Systems for Face-Based Person Recognition
, vol. 13, no. 6, pp. 45–53.
View Publication →2020
A Novel Image Multi-Encryption Architecture Based on Hybrid Keystream Sequence Interspersed with Haar Discrete Wavelet Transform
, vol. 14, no. 10, pp. 2081–2091.
View Publication →Gender Classification from Fused Multi-Fingerprint Types
, vol. 29, no. 5, pp. 209–219.
View Publication →Synchronized Dynamics of Hyperchaotic Flows via an Improved Finite-Time Adaptive Controller Design
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View Publication →2019
Robustness Analysis of a Hyperchaos-Based Digital Image Encryption Algorithm under Noise Attacks
, vol. 43, pp. 71–83.
View Publication →Gender and Age Group Classification from Multiple Soft Biometrics Traits
, vol. 11, no. 4, pp. 409–424.
View Publication →2018
Chaotic Analysis and Improved Finite-Time Adaptive Stabilization of a Novel 4-D Hyperchaotic System
, vol. 18, no. 4, pp. 121–135.
View Publication →2017
Effective Statistical-Based and Dynamic Fingerprint Preprocessing Technique
, vol. 6, no. 1, pp. 9–18.
View Publication →A Quantitative Impact of Fingerprint Distortion on Recognition Performance
, vol. 26, no. 6, pp. 267–275.
View Publication →Maximum Power Point Tracking Technique Based on Optimized Adaptive Differential Conductance
, vol. 4, no. 1.
View Publication →2015
Mean of Median Absolute Derivation Technique for Speckle Noise Variance Estimation in Computerised Tomography Images
, vol. 34, no. 2, p. 368.
2014
Fusion of Finger Types for Fingerprint Indexing Using Minutiae Quadruplets
, vol. 38, pp. 8–14.
View Publication →PUBLICATIONS
Conference Publications
2023
Cassava Detection under Real Field Conditions Using YOLOv5
Precision Agriculture '23 , pp. 473–478, Wageningen Academic Publishers.
2022
A Topology for Fingerprint Image Encryption Based on HDWT-SVD and Hyperchaos
2022 IEEE Nigeria 4th International Conference on Disruptive Technologies for Sustainable Development (NIGERCON) , April 5–7, pp. 1–5.
DOI →2021
Data-Driven Demand Side Orchestration in a Smart Grid Environment
2021 IEEE 8th International Conference on Adaptive Science and Technology (ICAST) , IEEE.
DOI →2020
A Framework for Internet of Things-Based Body Mass Index Estimation and Obesity Prediction
2020 International Conference on e-Health and Bioengineering (EHB) , Iaşi, Romania, October 29–30, pp. 1–4.
Article →Overview of Voice Biometric Systems: Voice Person Identification and Challenges
TECHISD Proceedings.
Paper →Chaos Theory and Solution Models for National Security
Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) International Conference on State and Security.
2019
Gender Estimation from a Hybrid of Face, Upper and Full Body Images at Varying Body Poses
2019 18th IEEE International Conference on Machine Learning and Applications (ICMLA) , Boca Raton, Florida, USA, pp. 1944–1949.
Article →Voice Recognition and Gender Classification in the Context of Native Languages and Lingua Franca
6th IEEE International Conference on Soft Computing & Machine Intelligence (ISCMI) , Johannesburg, South Africa, November 19–20, pp. 175–179.
Article →Smart Metering Infrastructure for Early Warning Demand Side Energy Monitoring and Control
1st IEEE International Conference on Mechatronics, Automation and Cyber-Physical Computer System (MAC-2019) , March 7–8.
2018
Visualization and Heuristic Optimization of Bifurcation Scenarios of a 4D Hyperchaotic Flow
2nd International Conference on Information and Communication Technology and Its Applications , Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria, September 5–6. Oral presentation and paper in proceedings..
Prospects and Challenges of Machine Learning-Based Research in Bioinformatics: The Case for Africa
Proceedings of the 3rd African International Conference/Workshop , University of Nigeria, July 15–21, pp. 124–125.
Multi-Modal System for Student Authentication in Tertiary Institution
Proceedings of the 1st International Conference of the Faculty of Engineering, University of Nigeria , Nsukka, Nigeria, April 25–28, pp. 314–320. Oral presentation and paper in proceedings..
2017
Leveraging Edge Analysis for Internet of Things Based Healthcare Solutions
3rd IEEE International Conference on Electro-Technology for National Development (NIGERCON) , November 7–10, pp. 720–725. Oral presentation and paper in proceedings..
Article →Algebraic Structure, Dynamics and Electronic Circuit Realization of a Novel Reducible Hyperchaotic System
3rd IEEE International Conference on Electro-Technology for National Development (NIGERCON) , November 7–10, pp. 483–490. Oral presentation and paper in proceedings..
Article →2014
Application of Nanotechnology for Improving Energy Security
Proceedings of the 1st African International Conference/Workshop on Applications of Nanotechnology to Energy, Health and Environment , University of Nigeria, March 23–29.
Paper →Automating DNA Biometric Recognition for Real-Time Person Identification
Proceedings of the 1st African International Conference/Workshop on Applications of Nanotechnology to Energy, Health and Environment , University of Nigeria, March 23–29.
Paper →PUBLICATIONS
Collaborative Research
2024
Simplifying YOLOv5 for Deployment in a Real Crop Monitoring Setting
Multimedia Tools and Applications , vol. 83, no. 17, pp. 50197–50223.
DOI →2023
Analyzing the Impact of Vaccinations and Weather Factors on the COVID-19 Pandemic
Current Medical Research and Opinion , vol. 39, no. 5, pp. 719–729.
DOI →2022
Similarities in African Ethnic Faces from the Biometric Recognition Viewpoint
2022 IEEE/CVF Winter Conference on Applications of Computer Vision Workshops (WACVW) , pp. 419–428.
DOI →2021
Leveraging Weather Data for Forecasting Cases-to-Mortality Rates due to COVID-19
Chaos, Solitons & Fractals , vol. 152, Art. no. 111340.
Article →2014
Homomorphic Filtering of Speckle Noise from Computerized Tomography (CT) Images Using Adaptive Centre-Pixel-Weighed Exponential Filter
International Journal of Image Processing (IJIP) , vol. 8, no. 6, pp. 455–467.
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