Knowledge of maggot debridement therapy among medical and surgical nurses in Hospital USM, Kelantan by Khim, Wong Mong

“…There was no statistically significant association between the knowledge score and the sociodemographic variables (age, nursing education level, workplace, and years of working experience). Findings shed light that nurses’ knowledge of MDT was low to moderate, and a significant correlation was observed between nurses’ MDT knowledge, heard of MDT and performed MDT. …”
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Deep learning-based microcirculation performance classification using multispectral photoacoustic technology by Chua, Hui Ling, Huong, Audrey

“…The ultrasonic waves collected from their posterior left arm under two experimental settings, namely at rest (i.e., control) and with arterial blood flow occlusions, were used to predict the microcirculation changes in tissue using the deep networks. Our findings showed the superiority of the hybrid model over the Alexnet and LSTM, with an average testing accuracy of 95.7 % and precision of 98.2 %, making it an ideal deep learning model for the task. …”
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Managing transportation challenges in selected southeast Asia countries: comparison of policies, framework and components by Kamarudin, Nabihah, Sinniah, Gobi Krishna, Mohamad Husny Hamid, Zuhra Junaida

“…Finally, this paper provides some alternatives for urban planners to develop resilient countries that could benefit the well-being of the society and promote healthier countries. The findings of this study show that developed countries have better implementation of their policies through taxes, so that people would travel by public transport for shorter distances.…”
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Community concerns on migrant labour settlement issues in Malaysia by Izhar, Asma Idayu, Choong, Weng Wai

“…This paper explores the issues of migrant labour settlement in Malaysia and addressed the problems from multiple perspectives. The findings will contribute insights to the authorities about the issues and discovering the appropriate measures in addressing the problems regarding the migrant labour settlement.…”
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Community concerns on migrant labour settlement issues in Malaysia by Izhar, Asma Idayu, Choong, Weng Wai

“…This paper explores the issues of migrant labour settlement in Malaysia and addressed the problems from multiple perspectives. The findings will contribute insights to the authorities about the issues and discovering the appropriate measures in addressing the problems regarding the migrant labour settlement.…”
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Synthesising graphene with renewably-sourced bio-carbon precursors: a brief review by Abd. Rahman, Farah Hannani, Amiruddin, Hilmi, Abdollah, Mohd. Fadzli, Mohd. Zulkifli, Nurin Wahidah, Samion, Syahrullail, Umehara, Nortisugu, Tanemura, Masaki, Honda, Mitsuhiro, Morina, Ardian

“…As such, this present study explores the methods of synthesising, applying, and optimising the conversion of bio-based renewable solid carbon (SC) and liquid carbon (LC) precursors derived from a diverse range of C sources; such as lignocellulosic biomass, agricultural residues, and everyday vegetable oils; into high-quality graphene. The findings emphasise the promising role of renewable SC and LC precursors in the pursuit of sustainable and environmentally responsible methods of graphene production.…”

Thermohydraulic performance of MXene-based nanofluid in a microchannel heat sink: effect of volume fraction by Mat, Mohamad Nur Hidayat, Radzie, Nabil Rusydan Nasa, Saidur, Rahman

“…Concentrations ranging from 0.01 to 0.04 vol% are incrementally examined, with validation against experimental data to ensure accuracy. Key findings reveal that at a Reynolds number (Re) of 300, a 0.04 vol% nanofluid fraction yields a 20.1% reduction in thermal resistance compared to pure water. …”

Barriers to women's career advancement in Pakistan: Insights from women in senior management roles by Khalid, Javaria, Othman, Nooraini

“…Participants were selected using purposive and snowball sampling techniques, engaging in interviews lasting between 30 to 60 minutes. The findings reveal obstacles such as limited access to continuing education, subtle workplace discrimination, and biased colleague treatment. …”
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Political Involvement among Youth in Malaysia: Lessons Learnt by Ahmad, Zalinah, Mohd. Zain, Zawiyah

“…This article will discuss the political involvement based on the survey among students in Universiti Utara Malaysia. Findings showed that internet (social media) has attracted the respondents to know more about politics. …”
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Decentralized Administration and Minority Accommodation in Sri Lanka: Analyzing Status, Issues, Challenges and Prospects by Yusoff, Moharnrnad Agus, Sarjoon, Athambawa, Asrinaldi, Asrinaldi, Mohd. Zain, Zawiyah

“…This study attempts to access the constitutional and institutional arrangement of ethnic minority accommodation in decentralized administration, the status of their practice, and the related issues in Sri Lanka. The finding reveals that even though Sri Lanka has adopted decentralized administrative system at different levels, but it has failed to accommodate the rights and interests of ethno-linguistic minorities within the system. …”
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The Use of Films to Address Communication Apprehension in the English Language Classroom at Universiti Utara Malaysia (S/O 13669) by Abdul Razak, Azrina, Krishnasamy, Hariharan N., Othman, Norzanita

“…Students’ reflections were also positive in nature. The findings of this study concur that language acquisition takes place meaningfully through films by providing comprehensible input and that films are an important medium that facilitate communication and language learning for this generation of students…”
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Archetypes of Buyer-Supplier-Supplier Relationship in Triad Supply Network in the Automotive Industry (S/O12831) by Abdul Kadir, Kadzrina, Hj Ahmad Arshad, Darwina, Johari, Johanim

“…Using three multiple-case studies, the interviewees were queried on their opinion the relationships between their supplier organisations and their buyers, especially in areas of level of control on various aspects of the business process and buyer-supplier relationship. The findings of this research suggest, out of the three cases, that various types of level of control exist in the relationship. …”
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A Model of Fuel Cell Based Electricity Generation in Malaysia: Life Cycle Approach (S/O 14199) by Mohd Shafie, Shafini, Othman, Zakirah, Hami, Norsiah, Omar, Salmah

“…Malaysia face the challenge in finding the right fuel mix in order to ensure sustainable and secure energy supply. …”
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Improving Student Outcomes Through Universal Design for Learning: A Case Study of Color Vision Deficiency in Learning Visual Design (S/O: 14513) by Sarif, Siti Mahfuzah, Muda, Suhaini, Mohamed, Nur Fadziana Faisal

“…Theory-driven codes were created to assist in the coding of the interview data and students' reflective journals. The findings show that students with CVD did appreciate the presence of assistive tools to help with colour selection (i.e., Representation), have a high interest in doing visual design tasks (i.e., Engagement), and affirmative towards the challenges they faced (i.e., Action and Expression) in Visual Design course due to the deficiency…”
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E-Government 2.0 Engagement Model Based on Social Media Patterns for Supporting Public Service Delivery Transformation (PSDT) Programme (S/O: 13259) by Mohd Nadzir, Maslinda, Othman, Nafishah, Kamaruddin, Siti Sakira

“…This model includes five types of information posted by government agencies through its Facebook pages and three Facebook engagement indicator which are ‘likes’, ‘shares’ and ‘comments’. The findings of this study are beneficial to government agencies to improve the visibility of their Facebook pages with the aim of improving the engagement strategy between them and the citizens…”
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Development of Oil Plam Fiber Waste Inventory System for Optimal Electricity Grid Supply: Biomass Briquette by Zakaria, Izatul Husna, Bakri, Adnan, Ibrahim, Jafni Azhan, Othman, Abdul Aziz

“…This study represent two findings that are “Bio-briquette Usage in Value Chain of Oil Palm Fibre Waste - Electricity Grid Supply” and “Closed Loop Supply Chains (CLCS) of Oil Palm Fibre Waste for Electricity Production by Producing Bio Methane Fuel”…”
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Preliminary Studies on the Development of Sustainable Lightweight Foamed Concrete Reinforced with Natural Fibres for Mechanical Properties Enhancement by Anak Pirah, Jeffery, Othuman Mydin, Md Azree, Mohd Nawi, Mohd Nasrun, Omar, Roshartini

“…Although foamed concrete was originally developed for void filling and insulation, today's society is gradually shifting its focus to structural qualities. The findings of an experimental investigation that was conducted to determine the impact of various densities and additives on the mechanical properties of foamed concrete are presented in this paper. …”
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Mechanical Properties of Sustainable Mesocarp Fibre Reinforced Lightweight Foamed Concrete by Anak Pirah, Jeffery, Othuman Mydin, Md Azree, Mohd Nawi, Mohd Nasrun

“…Because a coarser surface allows mesocarp fibre and matrix interlocking in the cured cement matrix, the surface roughness of the mesocarp has been shown to be favourable for fibre-to-matrix interfacial bonding. According to the findings of this investigation, for a density of 700 kg/m3, 0.4% volume fraction was the optimum quantity of foamed concrete applied to obtain the ideal mechanical properties while 0.6% of mesocarp was optimal for 1400 kg/m3…”
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Assessing the implementation level of business process reengineering factors in Malaysian Islamic banks by Hasnan, Norlena, Ringim, Kabiru Jinjiri, Razalli, Mohd Rizal

“…Frequencies and descriptive analysis was conducted to ascertain the implementation level of BPR factors in Islamic bank. The findings revealed that BPR factors such as Change Management, Strategy alignment, Management Commitment, Customer Focus, Information Technology (IT) Investment, Process redesign, Adequate Financial Resources, Less Bureaucratic Structure have a moderate means level. …”
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Effect of IT Capability and Intangible IT Resources on Sustainable Competitive Advantage: Exploring Moderating and Mediating Effect of IT Flexibility and Core Competency by Lahcene, Makhloufi, Yaacob, Noorulsadiqin Azbiya, Laghouag, Abderrazak Ahmed, Ali Sahli, Alhussain, Belaid, Fateh

“…The study applied a quantitative and cross-sectional approach to collect data from 164 Malaysian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) targeting managers from the middle-to-upper level. The findings infer new insights regarding IT integration’s critical role within core competency activities to achieve SCA. …”
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