Mediating effect of enterprise risk management implementation on operational excellence in the oil and gas industry: the case of Nigeria by Muazu, Muazu Hassan

“…Enterprise risk management implementation was found to have a significant relationship with operational excellence and also mediates its relationship with firm characteristics and staff capacity.The study findings substantiate the importance of enterprise risk management implementation in operational excellence in the oil and gas sector.The outcome of the research also indicated a theoretical contribution to the body of knowledge of enterprise risk management implementation as well as operational excellence. …”
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Developing a hybrid hidden MARKOV model using fusion of ARMA model and artificial neural network for crude oil price forecasting by Isah, Nuhu

“…The models were evaluated using three different evaluation techniques which are Mean Absolute Percentage Error (MAPE), Absolute Error (AE) and Root Mean Square Error (RMSE). The findings showed that Hybrid Hidden Markov Model was found to provide more accurate crude oil price forecast than the other three models in which. …”
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Integrated influential factors (iifs) model of internal stakeholders as an adaptive control system to curb projects completion delay in Yemen by Mohammed Al-Fadhali, Najib

“…Analysis of Moment Structures Equation Modelling (AMOS-SEM) model was developed based on 7 groups related to internal stakeholders of construction projects which are: consultant influential factors; contractor influential factors; owner influential factors; sub-contractor influential factors; designer influential factors; supplier influential factors; and labour influential factors. The findings from the IIFs model indicate that out of these 7 groups studied, while contractor, owner, subcontractor, designer and supplier have significant effect on delay, consultant and labour were not supported. …”
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An improved directed random walk framework for cancer classification using gene expression data by Seah, Choon Sen

“…It is found that these findings would improve the early diagnosis methods of cancer classification.…”
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The effect of 21st century acculturation module on the students’ higher order thinking skills and academic achievement by Mohamad Mohsin, Siti Faizzatul Aqmal

“…In the case of Information, Media, and Technology (IMT) the mean difference between control and experimental group was significant (t = - 45.745, p = 0.000). Research finding also shows that there was a significant difference on students’ academic achievement (AA) (t = -12.700, p = 0.000) between the experimental and control groups. …”
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التفخيم والترقيق في روايتي حفص عن عاصم وورش عن نافع: دراسة صوتية وتحليلية = Valorization and attenuation in the narrations of Hafs of ‘Asem and Warsh of Nafi’: descriptive and anal... by Yeob, Shamsul Jamili, Syawan, Razan Syabir

“…(These phenomena are described by referring to the findings and views of the great traditional Arabic linguists and the modern Arabic scholars. …”
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Effect of dietary omega-3 supplementation on plasma phospholipids, neutral lipids fatty acids and antioxidant status of pregnant women with gestational diabetes and their neonates by Eram, Sofia

“…Background: Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) has adverse effects on the level of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) in phospholipids of maternal and cord red blood cells and cord plasma. This finding was of major concern because DHA is vital for maternal wellbeing and health, and for optimal development of foetal brain and retina. …”
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Plasma and red blood cell n3 fatty acids correlate positively with the WISC-R verbal and full-scale intelligence quotients and inversely with Conner's parent-rated ADHD index t-sco... by Kozielec-Oracka, Beata Joanna, Min, Yoeju, Bhullar, Amritpal S., Stasiak, Barbara, Ghebremeskel, Kebreab

“…Findings of the fatty acid status of people with autism spectrum disorders have been incongruent perhaps because of the diversity of the condition. …”
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The journey of murabbis in architecture pedagogy: The case of studio teaching as laboratory of passion and duty to future khalifas of the built environment by Mohd Nawawi, Norwina, Abdul Rahim, Zaiton, Denan, Zuraini, Abdul Majid, Noor Hanita, Abdul Rahim, Asiah, Abdullah, Fadzidah, Sapian, Abdul Razak, Hamat, Sufian

“…Through literature review, observations, interviews, hands-on experience and constant feedbacks from industry, as an on-going research for constant improvement, this continuous research for “appropriate” studio teaching of the time and place would be displayed for discussion. Research findings to date confirmed as humans, we are fallible beings. …”
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In vitro anticancer activity of Au, Ag nanoparticles synthesized using Commelina nudiflora L. aqueous extract against HCT-116 colon cancer cells by Kuppusamy, Palaniselvam, Ichwan, Solachuddin J. A., Al-Zikri, Putri Nur Hidayah, Suriyah, Wastuti Hidayati, Soundharrajan, Ilavenil, Govindan, Natanamurugaraj, Maniam, Gaanty Pragas, Yusoff, Mashitah

“…The pro-apoptotic genes such as PUMA (++), Caspase-3 (+), Caspase-8 (++), and Caspase-9 (++) were upregulated in the treated HCT-116 cells compared with cisplatin. Overall, these findings have proved that the synthesized gold and silver nanoparticles could be potent anti-colon cancer drugs.…”
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A spatial analysis on GIS-Hedonic pricing model on the influence of public open space and house price in Klang Valley, Malaysia by Asmawi, M. Zainora, Hj. Mohd. Noor, Norzailawati, Paiman, Tuminah

“…The key research question is whether the relationship between open space and house price exists and the nature of its pattern and intensity. The findings indicate that there is a positive correlation between open space and house price. …”
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The involvement of B40 entrepreneurs in E-commerce: experience from Malaysia by Abd. Hadi, Fatimah-Salwa, Gan, Pei Tha, Zulkifli, Normala, Ismail, Zuriadah, Romli, Nurhanani, Ahmad, Mohamad Azahari, Mohd Thas Thaker, Mohamed Asmy, Ahmad Zaidi, Mohamad Faizal

“…Information was acquired via questionnaires which had been adapted according to the study’s suitability and adopted from several sources. The finding showed that the respondents were wellinformed about the existence of e-commerce. …”
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Functional and nutritional properties of rambutan (Nephelium lappaceum L.) seed and its industrial application: a review by Jahurul, M. H.A., Azzatul, F. S., Sharifudin, Md Shaarani, Norliza, M. J., Mamat, Hasmadi, Lee, Jau Shya, Patricia, Matanjun, Jinap, Selamat, Ramlah George, M. R., Khan, Mohammad Firoz, Sarker, Md. Zaidul Islam

“…This review also compares the total yield, physicochemical and thermal properties of its fat for the purpose of evaluating the potential of this fruit co-product as a source of natural edible fat with potential industrial uses. Key findings and conclusions: Rambutan seed is a major co-product of the industry that has high premium-grade fat, protein, carbohydrate, fibre, antioxidants, and phenolic content and that can be used in several segments of the food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries. …”
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Socio-economic and travel characteristics of transit users at Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) stations by Jaafar Sidek, Mohd Farid, Bakri, Fatahsha Amira, Kadar Hamsa, Abdul Azeez, Nik Othman, Nik Nurul 'Aziemah, Hj. Mohd. Noor, Norzailawati, Ibrahim, Mansor

“…From this study, the travel distance, important type of activities at original and destination point, and major mode of transport to access or depart from TOD stations were identified. The findings were compared to the literature, and the output was presented in appropriate digital mapping images. …”
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Alpha-glucosidase inhibitory effect of psychotria malayana jack leaf: A rapid analysis using infrared fingerprinting by Nipun, Tanzina Sharmin, Khatib, Alfi, Ahmed, Qamar Uddin, Redzwan, Irna Elina, Ibrahim, Zalikha, Firus Khan, Al'aina Yuhainis, Primaharinastiti, Riesta, Khalifa, Shaden A. M., El-Seedi, Hesham R.

“…These functional groups actively induced the alpha-glucosidase inhibition effect. This finding demonstrated the spectrum profile of the FTIR for the natural herb P. malayana Jack, further confirming its medicinal value. …”
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A prospective observational study comparing rates of medical instability between adolescents with typical and atypical anorexia nervosa by Brennan, Cliona, Cini, Erica, Illingworth, Sarah, Chapman, Simon, Simic, Mima, Nicholls, Dasha, Chapman, Victoria, Simms, Conor, Hayes, Ellen, Fuller, Sarah, Orpwood, Jade, Tweedy, Nicola, Baksh, Tahmida, Astaire, Emma, Bhakta, Dee, Saglio, Eloise, Stevenson, Annie, Buchbinder, Melissa

“…A significant regression equation was found for percentage median body mass index, but not rate of weight loss, as a predictor of blood pressure, serum phosphorous and magnesium. Conclusions: Our findings indicate that medical instability occurs across a range of body weights in young people with AN and AAN. …”
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Durability Properties of Lightweight Foamed Concrete Reinforced With ‘Musa Acuminate’ Fibre by Md Azree Othuman Mydin, Md Azree Othuman Mydin, Mohamad Sukeri Khalid, Mohamad Sukeri Khalid, Roshartini Omar, Roshartini Omar, Hadee Mohammed Najm, Hadee Mohammed Najm, Shaker Mahmood Abdal Qaidi, Shaker Mahmood Abdal Qaidi, Paul Oluwaseun Awoyera, Paul Oluwaseun Awoyera

“…A constant water-to-cement ratio of 0.45 and a constant cement-to-sand ratio of 1.5 were used to get comparable results. The findings showed that for all of the durability attributes taken into account in this research, an increase of 0.45% MAF produced the best results. …”
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The Use of i-THINK Mapping in Teaching Reading Comprehension among ESL Teachers by Siti Rohaya Sharif, Siti Rohaya Sharif, Charanjit Kaur Swaran Singh, Charanjit Kaur Swaran Singh, Eng Tek Ong, Eng Tek Ong, Dodi Mulyadi, Dodi Mulyadi, llmi Zajuli Ichsan, llmi Zajuli Ichsan, Henita Rahmayanti, Henita Rahmayanti, Tee Tze Kiong, Tee Tze Kiong

“…Thematic analysis was used to analyse the data obtained from classroom observations and interviews. The findings show that the teachers had applied five i-THINK maps, including a Circle Map to define in context, a Bubble Map to describe, a Double Bubble Map to compare and contrast, a Flow Map to show the sequence of an event, and a Tree Map to classify different ideas. …”
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Magneto-dielectric properties of Ni0.25Cu0.25Zn0.50Fe2O4–BaTiO3 and its application as substrate of microstrip patch antennas by F. H. Ikhsan, F. H. Ikhsan, S. K. Yee, S. K. Yee, F. Esa, F. Esa, S. H. Dahlan, S. H. Dahlan, Vahid Nayyer, Vahid Nayyer, Adel Y. I. Ashyap, Adel Y. I. Ashyap

“…It also displayed better gain (- 8.9 dBi) and radiation efficiency (8%) compared to the antenna with 5% BaTiO3 (with a gain of - 14.4 dBi and radiation efficiency of 1.8%) as an antenna substrate. The findings of this study suggest that MD materials have significant potential as antenna substrates for miniaturization and bandwidth enhancement.…”
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Magneto-dielectric properties of Ni0.25Cu0.25Zn0.50Fe2O4–BaTiO3 and its application as substrate of microstrip patch antennas by F. H. Ikhsan, F. H. Ikhsan, S. K. Yee, S. K. Yee, F. Esa, F. Esa, S. H. Dahlan, S. H. Dahlan, Vahid Nayyeri, Vahid Nayyeri, Adel Y. I. Ashyap, Adel Y. I. Ashyap

“…It also displayed better gain (- 8.9 dBi) and radiation efficiency (8%) compared to the antenna with 5% BaTiO3 (with a gain of - 14.4 dBi and radiation efficiency of 1.8%) as an antenna substrate. The findings of this study suggest that MD materials have significant potential as antenna substrates for miniaturization and bandwidth enhancement.…”
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