Quantum Markov fields on graphs by Accardi, Luigi, Ohno, Hiromichi, Mukhamedov, Farrukh

“…We introduce generalized quantum Markov states and generalized d-Markov chains which extend the notion quantum Markov chains on spin systems to that on C∗-algebras defined by general graphs. …”
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Ballistic impact fracture behaviour of continuous fibre reinforced al-matrix composites by Ali, Al-Hamdan, Nimir, Yassin Lutfi Mahmud, Mustafa, Ramadan J.

“…The materials response under high energy impact loads was studied using a gas gun. The projectiles were pins 1.2-1.5 mm in diameter and weighing 0.347-0.435 g. …”
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Low-energy structure of isotopes 152-156Sm by Rosly, Noora, Okhunov, Abdurahim, Abu Kassim, Hasan

“…It is found that the non – adiabaticity of rotational energy bands occurred at high spin due to the Coriolis effect. Few new states are predicted.…”
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10 c’s of social networking, interconnections and the impact on social networking by Shah, Asadullah, Shaikh, Muniba

“…This paper provides an analysis of facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and MySpace, all current, interactive social networks. …”
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Analysis of SNS popularity from different perspectives among users by Shaikh, Muniba, Dar, Humaira, Shah, Asadullah

“…This paper provides an analysis of four most popular interactive SNs that are, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and MySpace according to different perspectives. …”
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Exploring the processes of change in individual cognitive behavioural therapy for bulimia nervosa from the patients’ perspectives : a grounded theory study by Devantier, Line

“…The processes of de-fusion of the sense of self and therapeutic change in the BN seemed to have an interactional relationship that was central to the experiences of change at all stages of CBT for BN. The main findings are linked to the wider context and the possible implications are discussed. …”
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Tourism destination quality and the UN sustainable development goals: Tourism Agenda 2030 by Mason, Peter A., Augustyn, Marcjanna M., Seakhoa-King, Arthur

“…. • Findings: The paper reveals that most of the SDGs are largely focused on quantity, whilst relatively few are concerned primarily with quality. …”
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Graphene based thin films for photocatalytic and optoelectronics applications by Jilani , Asim

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Studies of oxime complexes by Shutie, Winston Michael

“…The complexes Fe(Ppo)2.H2O, Fe(Ppo)2 .2py and Fe(po)2.H2O were found to be high spin. This property contrasts the behaviour of iron(II) complexes derived from 2-nitrosophenols, which are low spin, and is rationalised in terms of conjugation effects and the bonding character of the pyrazol-4, 5-dione monooxime ligand. …”
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Transnational Family Networks and Ethnic Minority Business Development: The Case of Vietnamese Nail-shops in the UK by Bagwell, Sue

“…The analysis draws on concepts of ‘strong’ and ‘weak’ network ties (Granovetter, 1973) and ‘mixed embeddedness’ (Kloosterman et al, 1999) to explain why the Vietnamese continue to enter such a competitive sector. Findings The results highlight the importance of transnational family networks within all aspects of the business and suggest that these links can sometimes provide a fertile source of new business ideas, but can equally limit innovation. …”
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Myths and realities of digital reference services: perspectives of libraries from developing countries by Abu Bakar, Ahmad Bakeri

“…Similarly, EvalAccess is used to evaluate the accessibility problems of these web sites. Findings – It is found, in the case of public universities' web sites, that the International Islamic University Malaysia has the highest in-links while Universiti Teknologi Malaysia has the highest web traffic volume. …”
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Role models: expatriate gender diversity pipeline or pipe-dream? by Shortland, Susan

“…Originality/value: This research contributes to theory by linking the importance of role models to women’s career stages. …”
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Innovative UWB phase shifters using groove gap-waveguide technology inspired by metasurfaces for beamforming networks operating at 100 GHz by Alibakhshikenari, Mohammad, Zidour, Ali, Virdee, Bal Singh, Kouhalvandi, Lida, Shahid, Saleem, See, Chan Hwang, Limiti, Ernesto

“…The metasurface features a "bed-of-nails" structure, where metal pins are connected to a bottom layer and spaced <λ/4 from a top plate. …”
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Income convergence or divergence? Study on selected Muslim countries by Duasa, Jarita

“…The results are then linked to the degree of openness in which the countries use globalization indices. …”
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Multifunctional iron oxide supported alumina/yttria stabilized zirconia hollow fiber adsorptive membrane for water treatment by Paiman, Syafikah Huda

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A study of touching behavior for authentication in touch screen smart devices by Alariki, Ala Abdulhakim, Abdul Manaf, Azizah, Khan, Sheroz

“…Due to increasing demand for safer access in touch screen mobile phones, old strategies like pins, tokens, or passwords have failed to stay abreast of the challenges. …”
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Women’s public office positions in Islāmic jurisprudence: the case of Malaysia by Abdul Karim, Asar, Ghalia, Bouhedda, Ab Hamid, Mohd Rashid

“…The study also will include the finding data collected from a sample of 369 Malaysian Muslims respondents who met certain criteria set by the study conducted by the researchers; results of the study show several significant findings. …”
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Studies on the growth and characterization of rare-earth Gd-Doped InGan/Gan magnetic semiconductor heterostructures by Mohd Tawil, Siti Nooraya

“…Spintronics is an emerging field in which the spin of carriers in addition to the charge of carriers can be used to achieve new functionalities in electronic devices. …”
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Cloning and expression of Voltage-dependent Anion Channel 2 (VDAC2) from electrically stimulated chicken by Ahmad Hassan, Nurhidayah, Amid, Azura, Mohd. Salleh, Hamzah

“…Recombinant VDAC2 protein was purified by Ni-NTA spin-column. Western blot performed using polyclonal anti-N terminal human VDAC2 and anti-His tag revealed a 34 kDa protein, confirming the expression of recombinant VDAC2.…”
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Impact of pubic access to computers and Internet on the connectedness of rural Malaysians by Alias, Nor Aziah, Mohd Noor, Marhaini, Proenza, Francisco J., Jamaludin, Haziah, Ismail, Izaham Shah, Hashim, Sulaiman

“…This chapter reports the findings of research conducted in 2010 on the connectedness of rural Malaysians who accessed computers and the Internet through the rural Internet centers (RICs) established by the Malaysian government in 2000 and 2003. …”
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