A portable myoelectric-robotic system to prevent muscle stiffness and numbness by Sidek, Shahrul Na'im, Haja Mohideen, Ahmad Jazlan, Wan Sulaiman, Wan Nizam Hakim

“…The problem of muscle stiffness and numbness occurs due to long period of muscle passivity. This is a major problem faced by individuals who are elderly, bedridden or wheelchair bound during their recuperation periods. …”
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Social entrepreneurship and sustainable competitive advantage: an Islamic perspective by Mhd. Sarif, Suhaimi

“…Thus, it provides better position for firms to outcompete the rivals on long term basis. Meeting the needs of the stakeholders’ needs (including the natural environment) is vital to ensure sustainability. …”
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Critical analysis on the choice of Takaful (Islamic insurance) operating models in Malaysia by Htay, Sheila Nu Nu, Zaharin, Hanna Rabittah

“…Takaful and insurance have been compared long ago by many scholars around the world. Prior literatures of Takaful are mainly focusing on the concept and theoretical nature of takaful and its differences from insurance. …”
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The phenomenon of meeting the Prophet in this world: the Malay Sufi perception by Mohd Amin, Wan Mohd Azam

“…The analysis made on the authentic traditions and opinions of some of the traditionalists (muhaddith) reveals that the meeting with the Prophet can only take place in the true dream or al-ru'yah al-sadiqah as the Prophet who died long time ago will not return to this world. Contrary to this, one of the alleged sufi group of Malaysia develops the idea that the Prophet would return to this world by citing the views of outstanding scholars such as al-Suyuti (d.911/1505), al-Sha'rani (d.973/1565) and al-Dihlawi (d. 1176/1762). …”
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The possible application of the Islamic principles of equity to Malaysian Land Law: a discussion by Mohamad, Nor Asiah

“…It is possible to invoke all concepts of equity, either from English or other laws, as long as they conform to the objectives of the Shariah. …”
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Comparing better performing companies from lesser performing companies in successful new product development by Wan Jusoh, Wan Jamaliah

“… The contribution of new products to corporate growth and survival has long been acknowledged. However, not much is known about the new product development (NPD) activities conducted by better performing companies compared to the lesser performing companies. …”
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Fade margin analysis due to duststorm based on visibility data measured in a desert by Islam, Md. Rafiqul, Elshaikh, Zain Elabdin Omer, Khalifa, Othman Omran, Alam, A. H. M. Zahirul, Khan, Sheroz

“…Problem statement: The fade margin analysis of microwave propagation in areas affected by duststorm had been presented in this study. Approach: Based on long term duststorm data recorded in Riyadh-Saudi Arabia, the fade margin due to duststorm effects estimated. …”
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Islamic education on line : a case study by Fontaine, Rodrigue Ancelot Harvey

“…The general conclusion is that academics can develop ‘proof-of-concepts’ but that commercial organizations are needed to make the project sustainable over the long-term. …”
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Natural corrosion inhibitor for corrosion protection of metal artefact: an overview by Musa, Muktaruddin, Ani, Mohd Hanafi, Othman, Raihan

“…This paper will review current practice use of inhibitor in metal preservation before propose a new inhibitor which been used a long time ago in Malay traditional practice in Keris preservation.…”
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Customized fault management system for low voltage (LV) distribution automation system. by Ahmed, Musse Mohamud, Soo, Wai Lian, Hanafiah , Mohd Ariff, Ab. Ghani, Mohd Ruddin

“…Currently, fault detection, isolation and service restoration takes a long time causing the interruption of supply for a longer duration.…”
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Decisive insight on communal and moral assessment of Islamic banking: is it identical to social and ethical banking? by Hassan, Rusni, Yusoff, Adnan

“…The emergence of Islamic banks is to introduce the ethical aspects that seem to be long forgotten into the current global financial system. …”
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Acute airway obstruction due to Ascaris Lumbricoides in a ventilated child by Srinovianti, Noerdin, Mat Nor, Mohd Basri

“…Emergency rigid bronchoscopy under general anaesthesia extracted an eight-centimetre long Ascaris lumbricoides. The patient’s ventilation and oxygenation improved drastically and he was discharged home 3 weeks later.…”
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First record of toxic Gymnodinium catenatum off'the west coast of Sabah Malaysia by Mohammad Noor, Normawaty, Adam, Aimimuliani, Franco Soler, J.M., Anton, Ann, Muhammad Shaleh, Siti Raehanah

“…Gymnodinium catenatum forms long chains of up to 30 cells and is characterized by cells which are anterior-posteriorly compressed and with cell sizes ranging from 30-40 um. …”
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Global challenge of manual suapicion: Boko Haram uprising in Nigeria by Shuriye, Abdi Omar, Adeyemi, Bello K., Huud, Shittu

“…Religious sensitivity and a long time economic marginalisation of the north favor the growth of the insurgence in the region. …”
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Is shorting of Exchange Traded Funds a dangerous financial sport? recent UK evidence by Mohamad, Azhar

“…An ETF investor gains immediate exposure to the basket, by taking either a long or short position on this instrument. Both hedgers and speculators can short ETFs, making the informational content of increases in ETF short interest difficult to interpret. …”
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Whole grain uncovered by Hazali, Norazlanshah

“…CEREAL GRAINY has long been a major part of our daily lives and we now consume rice on average three or two times a day. …”
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Post tsunami psychological impact among survivors in Aceh and West Sumatra, Indonesia by Musa, Ramli, Draman, Samsul

“…The aim of this study was to determine the long-term psychological impact on the residents inhabiting these regions and to identify factors associated with it. …”
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The effects of subdermal hormonal contraceptive implant on health indices. A preliminary report by Zainuddin, Ahmad Murad, Awang, Mokhtar, Raman, Sudesan, Lee, S.F., Ismail, Ghazali

“…Subdermal etonogestrel implant (Implanon®) is the newest, long term contraceptive implant which has recently been made available to Malaysian women. …”
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The effects of real exchange rate on trade balance and domestic output: a case of Malaysia by Yusoff, Mohammed

“…The cointegration results suggest that a real ringgit exchange rate depreciation improves the Malaysian balance of trade in the long run.The impulse response analysis suggests that the effects of a depreciation of ringgit on the trade balance and domestic output are quite similar. …”
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Is there a link between development financial institutions (DFIs) and the economic development? the Malaysian case by Islam, Mohd Aminul

“…We found evidence that both the variables of DFIs in the form of total assets and financing activities have positive and statistically significant long run equilibrium relationship with per capita real income suggesting that the DFIs are important in influencing per capita income in Malaysia.…”
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