Determination of Ku-band specific attenuation parameters based on measurements in the tropics by Ismail, Ahmad Fadzil, Badron, Khairayu, Yaccop, A.A.H., Yao, Y.D.

“…Attenuation due to rain is a critical constraint in the design of Earth-space links especially at frequencies higher than 10 GHz. …”
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Duststorm measurements for the prediction of attenuation on microwave signals in Sudan by Elabdin, Zain, Islam, Md. Rafiqul, Khalifa, Othman Omran, Ismail, Ahmad Faris

“…This paper has presented a study on microwave propagation carried out in Sudan using existing microwave links monitoring by Marconi microwave monitoring system with the calibration of the meteorological data recorded in Sudan. …”
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The Emerging Pacific Asian Economies and the Financial Crisis by Dixon, Chris

“…Particular concerns centre on the sharp contractions of growth in China and Japan whose economies have become the principle drivers of regional growth and integration, and key links between Pacific Asia, the West and the rest of the global system.…”
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Tensile strength of gabion wires against simulated weathering and field conditions by Tan, Kok-Keong, Chan, Chee-Ming, Liew, Allan

“…To overcome, present coating technology which applies a polyvinyl chloride (PVC) or cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) guaranteed the durability of gabions [2]…”
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Using assessment criteria to support student learning by Harrington, Kathy, Elander, James

“…The discipline-based skills module combines generic and subject-specific skills teaching, links skills provision with the personal tutor system, and includes practical exercises to promote deep learning and improve study skills. …”
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The influence of cultural heritage on students' willingness to engage in peer assessment by Schwabenland, Christina

“…From this perspective the experience of assessment is productive, not merely reflective of learning and intimately linked with students’ sense of identity. The choice of assessment methods therefore determines not only what, but how the students learn. …”
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Exploring HIV/AIDS resources on the internet: a case study of relevant sites by Usman, Ibraham Alhaji, Ilo, Promise Ifeoma, Idoko, Joan Ogwa

“…It covers various aspects of the subject, namely treatment, clinical trials, newsletters, journals, nutrition, bibliography links and international organizations concerned with HIV/AIDS. …”
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Development of Palm olein-in-water emulsion containing extracts of Derris elliptica Benth as insecticide by Husin, Nor Sabirah, Ahmad, Kausar, Bakhtiar, M. Taher, Mohd Hassan, Norazian, Md. Jaffri, Juliana

“…People with high levels of pesticides and chemicals in their blood streams are far more likely to develop for instance genetic mutations linked to cancer. There is a possibility of using more environmental and human friendly substance to prevent the attack of insects to our plants and perhaps alleviating other undesirable symptoms which would reduce the yield. …”
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Laccase immobilization on polyethylene terephthalate based nanofiber mat by Mohd. Syukri, Mohd. Syahlan

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Independent mobility of children in the military barracks of Nigeria by Daodu, Oluwatomisin

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Drivers, barriers and strategies for bioenergy dissemination in EU rural cross-border regions : a case study of the border region between Germany, Poland and the Czech Republic by Meyer, Maria

“…Despite the fact that they are a unique category and require special consideration there is almost an academic void in respect of research focusing on renewable energy linked to border regions. This research addresses the following key aspects: the crucial factors required for bioenergy dissemination and the special characteristics of European border regions, and analyzes stakeholders´ perceptions along the bioenergy supply chain. …”
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Outcome measurement in articular cartilage repair: exploring the patient perspective by Hambly, Karen

“…The first systematic review of the TAS for ACR raised important methodological issues relating to the use and reporting of the outcome. The key findings from this review were utilised by the researcher to inform the reporting of cross-sectional TAS data for the ACR and ACLR groups from this OHC. …”
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Characterisation of variable focus liquid lens camera system for depth estimation of a moving object by Soon, Adrian Bee Tiong

“…The moving of the lens position results in change of field of view or magnification in the images, a phenomenon known as lens breathing. Image stacks acquired with linear actuator lens needs to be aligned before being processed, which adds on the complexity of image alignment, processing time, and dependence on the accuracy of image alignment. …”
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Life cycle cost by Abdul Rashid, Khairuddin, Ayob, Mohd Fairullazi

“…Public Private Partnership (PPP), Value Management (VM), Facilities Management (FM), sustainable building, the Industrialised Building Systems (IBS) and the Red Book procurement system of the Government-Linked Companies (GLCs). The Government and clients, including estimators, and researchers have seen the important use of LCC analysis to facilitate them in making better investment decisions to attain the most optimum total ownership cost of an asset.…”
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Porous amphiphilic biogel from a facile chemo-biosynthetic route by Syed Mohamed, Syed Mohammad Daniel, M. Annuar, M. Suffian, Heidelberg, Thorsten, Ansari, Nor Faezah, Ismail, Nor Hidayah

“…Radical-mediated grafting generated α–β carbon inter-linking of mcl-PHA and GDD, resulting in a macromolecular structure with gel properties. …”
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EFRAG-European Commission Sustainability Standards & ISSB Standard-Setting Process (2022–2024) by Carungu, Jonida, Dimes, Ruth, Molinari, Matteo

“…It spans from the initial standard-setting efforts (March 2022 for EFRAG SRB, July 2022 for ISSB) to November 2024. Contents: Links to Meeting Agendas-Key topics discussed in EFRAG SRB and ISSB meetings. …”
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Japan After an ‘Export Bubble’ by Dixon, Chris, Bruce, David, Bojkova, Viara

“…Paul Krugman has suggested that the Japanese economy is in ‘free fall’ as is world trade. This view can be linked to those who accuse Japan of relying on exports for growth and contributing to international imbalances that lie at the heart of the current financial crisis.…”
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Prediction of signal attenuation due to duststorms using mie scattering by Islam, Md. Rafiqul, Elabdin, Zain, Elshaikh, Omer, Khalifa, Othman Omran, Alam, A. H. M. Zahirul, Khan, Sheroz, Naji, Ahmed Wathik

“…The present trend in radio design calls for the use of frequencies above 40 GHz for short links carrying wide-band digital communication signals. …”
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Control of a stair climbing wheelchair by Abdul Ghani, N. M., Tokhi, M. O., Nasir, A. N. K, Ahmad, Salmiah

“…A virtual wheelchair model is developed using Visual Nastran software and linked with Matlab/Simulink for control purposes. …”
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Reflective Writing and Re-usable Learning Objects by Pokorny, Helen

“…The ‘Studying...’ series curriculum is designed around a Tate Modern Merchandising Project undertaken as a series of tasks linked to an interactive website (www.learning.londonmet.ac.uk/quickstart) supported by class contact and a variety of electronic resources (www.learning.londonmet.ac.uk/bssmstudy). …”
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