Satisfaction of mobility students on interdisciplinary approach in awareness program for forest conservation and recycle activities. by Isa, Siti Suriawati, Mohd, Junita Shariza, Isa, Siti Salwa, Ali, Abu, Jamaludin, Nor Lelawati

“…While for the survey questionnaire, statistical techniques were adopted to analyse the data. The findings show Australian students are highly satisfied with the interdisciplinary awareness programs and recycling activities. …”
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Barriers and preferences to antenatal exercise among pregnant women in Kuala Selangor by Md Yunus, Nur Farhana, Abdul Manaf, Rosliza, Shahar, Hayati Kadir, Ismail, Suriani, Jathin, Romizan

“…The collected data were analyzed using SPSS version 27. Results: The findings of this study showed that lack of information (n=346), tiredness (n=323), and lack of time (n=272) were three common barriers. …”
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Walking pace is a protective factor for rheumatoid arthritis: a mendelian randomization study by Zhang, Qin, Huang, Xiaoxiong, Zhang, Yazhong, Chao, Zhujun, Zhou, Ruoran, Abd Hamid, Roslida, Zhen, Yunfang, Li, Yusheng, Huang, Cheng, Xu, Wu, Lin, Jun

“…An observational study with individual data from UK Biobank was performed to reinforce our findings. The MR results indicated the significant inverse associations of WP with the risk of RA (odds ratio (OR), 0.31; 95% confidence interval (CI), 0.15, 0.62; p = 1.05 × 10 −3). …”
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Translator's voice in translating narrative space in Chinese children's fiction Bronze and Sunflower into English by Zhao, Meijuan

“…The reason may be that the target text was only graded for readers aged 9-12, while the source text was classified into children’s literature without specific age limitations. These findings not only enhance the awareness of the translator’s visibility and creativity, they also extend the applicability of Baker’s framing strategies, which may provide new insights into a better understanding of spatial issues in the translation of children’s literature.…”
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Outdoor education program: assessing student performance, mental health, and teacher well-being by Wei, Shasha, Yang, Xiaoming, Ismail, Mohd H. B., Farizan, Noor H., Samsudin, Shamsulariffin

“…With the use of Smart PLS, a modified least square structural equation modeling procedure was applied to the information collected from 250 participants. The study's findings are extremely pertinent to the field of education and offer a plethora of information to practitioners, decision-makers, and organizations. …”
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Key factors for building information modelling implementation in the context of environmental, social, and governance and sustainable development goals integration: a systematic li... by Jing, Wu, Alias, Aidi Hizami

“…This study categorises these factors under the Strategy, Technology, Organisation, People, Environment (STOPE) framework and proposes a theoretical implementation framework for BIM accordingly. The findings not only provide a practical guiding framework for the sustainable development of construction companies in the context of ESG and SDG integration but also lay a solid theoretical foundation for future empirical research. © 2024 by the authors.…”
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Mechanical properties and flammability analysis of wood fiber filled polylactic acid (PLA) composites using additive manufacturing by Siddiqui, Vasi Uddin, Yusuf, J., Sapuan, S.M., Hasan, Mohammad Zaid, Mudah Bistari, Muhammad Muawwidzah, Mohammadsalih, Zaid G.

“…The relevant parameters included the orientation of printing in X, Y, and Z directions, with the percentage of infill set to be 100%. The findings indicated that bio-composites and their adopted printing orientations confirmed the significant effects on the mechanical properties. …”
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The structural, mechanical, and biological variation of silica bioglasses obtained by different sintering temperatures by Sarmast Sh, M., Dayang Radiah, A. B., Hoey, D. A., Abdullah, N.

“…Its antibacterial efficacy against E. coli and S. aureus was also noted, and in vitro studies with MTT assay confirmed that the optimized sol-gel bioglass meets biocompatibility standards. These findings highlight the potential of fine-tuning the sintering temperature to modulate the crystallinity of bioglasses, thereby enhancing their application scope in bone tissue engineering.…”

A hybrid Transformer-LSTM model apply to glucose prediction by Bian, QingXiang, As’arry, Azizan, Cong, XiangGuo, Md Rezali, Khairil Anas

“…This dataset includes historical glucose readings and equipment calibration values, making it highly suitable for developing predictive models due to its richness and real-time applicability. Our findings demonstrate that the hybrid Transformer-LSTM model significantly outperforms the standard LSTM model, achieving Mean Square Error (MSE) values of 1.18, 1.70, and 2.00 at forecasting intervals of 15, 30, and 45 minutes, respectively. …”
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BCLH2Pro: a novel computational tools approach for hydrogen production prediction via machine learning in biomass chemical looping processes by Tuntiwongwat, Thanadol, Thammawiset, Sippawit, Srinophakun, Thongchai Rohitatisha, Ngamcharussrivichai, Chawalit, Sukpancharoen, Somboon

“…A methodology involving K-Nearest Neighbors (KNN), Extreme Gradient Boosting (XGB), Light Gradient Boosting Machine (LGBM), Support Vector Machine (SVM), Random Forest (RF), and CatBoost (CB) algorithms was employed to predict H2 yields in the BCLpro, utilizing 10-fold cross-validation for robust model evaluation. Findings highlight the CB algorithm's superior performance, achieving up to 98% predictive accuracy, with carbon content, reducer temperature, and Fe2O3/Al2O3 mass ratio identified as crucial features. …”
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Electromagnetic wave effects on Mn-doped superparamagnetic iron oxide nanofluids: applications in enhanced oil recovery by Chan, Kar Tim, Beh, Hoe Guan, Hamid, Mohamad Amin, Hassan, Soleimani

“…DFT calculations indicated a preference for Mn dopants in specific lattice sites, while the experimental results showed that both DC- and AC-generated sinusoidal EM waves could reduce the IFT of the Mn-doped nanofluids, suggesting their improved EOR potential. These findings provide new insights into the application of EM waves in nanofluid-based EOR…”
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Effect of rumen-protected fat on in vitro rumen fermentation and apparent biohydrogenation of fatty acids by Behan, A. A., Chwen, L. T., Kaka, U., Muhammad, A. I., Samsudin, A. A.

“…The biohydrogenation of C18:2n-6 and C18 unsaturated fatty acids was enhanced (p < 0.05) by PFL. These findings suggest that PFL enhances gas production, decreases methane and increases the biohydrogenation of C18:2n6 without disrupting rumen fermentation.…”
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Decoding the transcriptomics of oil palm seed germination by Suksa-Ard, Padungsak, Nuanlaong, Sunya, Pooljun, Chettupon, Mohamad Azzeme, Azzreena, Suraninpong, Potjamarn

“…To understand the molecular mechanisms behind this process and improve germination rates and speed, we conducted transcriptome analysis at three stages: pre-incubation, 45-day incubation at 40 °C, and 14-day germination at 32 °C. Our findings, supported by qRT–PCR and DEGs analysis, identified four key stages: ABA degradation, energy mobilization, starch mobilization, and cell elongation and division. …”
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Furniture form innovation and human–machine comfort evaluation model based on genetic algorithm by Yifan, Bai, Kamarudin, Khairul Manami, Alli, Hassan

“…Designers might be capable of focusing on aesthetics by using the findings as a springboard to research new shapes, way to the fact that the proposed version investigates several alternatives in pursuit of nice purposeful forms. …”
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An analysis of pedestrian preferences for wayfinding signage in urban settings: evidence from Nanning, China by Zhou, Jialu, Ujang, Norsidah

“…Demographic factors such as age, gender, and professional background also impact these preferences. These findings underscore a broader urban design issue: wayfinding signs must not only clearly communicate navigational information but also enhance the aesthetic and cultural expressions of urban spaces. …”
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Characterization of the synergistic effect of fungal isolates in suppressing Ganoderma boninense and enhancing oil palm growth by Anuar, Muhammad Salahudin Kheirel, Hashim, Amalia Mohd, Sundram, Shamala, Rahman, Siti Rahmah Abdul, Ho, Chai Ling, Wong, Mui-Yun, Saidi, Noor Baity, Wasoh, Helmi, Yusof, Mohd Termizi

“…The application of single and combined fungal isolates tested in planta also suppressed Gb PER71 and enhanced oil palm growth compared to control groups. The findings indicate the promising potential of these isolates as biocontrol agents (BCAs) and bioformulations against Gb in oil palm cultivation.…”

Leveraging gamification to enhance persuasive behaviour and streamline online product returns: an approach grounded in multiple case studies by Panda, Debadrita, Raut, Sachin Kumar, Rana, Sudhir, Shamsudin, Mad Nasir

“…Design/methodology/approach: A qualitative exploratory research design using a multiple case study-based approach with in-depth interviews conducted with 96 varied stakeholders was used to provide insights into the behavioural aspects for reducing return rates in e-commerce. Findings: The results reveal three facets of effective returns management in e-commerce. …”
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Exploring radio frequency identification tools for sustainable construction projects: a hybrid structural equation modeling and deep neural network approaches by Kineber, Ahmed Farouk, Oke, Ayodeji Emmanuel, Elshaboury, Nehal, Elseknidy, Mohamed, Alhusban, Mohammad, Zamil, Ahmad, Altuwaim, Ayman

“…Although these studies have been confined to Nigeria, the findings apply to other developing countries, especially those with similar construction processes and operations.…”
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Financial constraints of ASEAN firms: impact alleviation by ESG pillars by Ng, Yee Ling, Lau, Wei Theng, Soh, Wei Ni, Ab Razak, Nazrul Hisyam

“…When the ESG score is further broken down into three sub-pillar dimensions, the S-score is of the greatest magnitude in its moderating role in the ESG breakdown. The findings have important implications: effective financial support and the source of funding from the government are crucial to supporting firm performance. …”
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Efficiency in real estate development: Is management or robotics the key? by Liu, Yuming, Hizami bin Alias, Aidi, Azam Haron, Nuzul, Abu Bakar, Nabilah, Wang, Hao

“…The study identified potential improvements in interim payments and inventory balance efficiency. The findings extend APM theory to real estate development, refine technology adoption models in construction, and reveal tensions between contractor priorities and overall project efficiency. …”
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