Reactive oxygen species and aldehyde dehydrogenase activity in Hodgkin lymphoma cells by Ikeda, Jun-ichiro, Mamat, Suhana, Tian, Tian, Wang, Yi, Luo, Wenjuan, Rahadiani, Nur, Aozasa, Katsuyuki, Morii, Eiichi

“…The number of cells in a quiescent state was significantly greater in ROS-low than in ROS-high cells, whereas that of ALDH-high and ALDH-low cells was comparable to each other. These findings show that ALDH-high and ROS-low cells share CIC-like potential, but they differ in their cell cycle status, suggesting that CICs are comprised of cells with heterogeneous characteristics.…”
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Antiarthritic effects of water extraction of Centella asiatica L. leaves on adjuvant-induced arthritis in rats by Hashim, Ridzwan, Md Radai, Wan Syahirah, Althunibat, Osama Yousef, Zulkipli, Farah Hanis

“…Similar results were observed using steroidal anti-inflammatory agent, dexamethasone (1 mg/kg b.w. i.p). Thus, the findings suggests that the water extract of leaves C. asiatica exerted an antiarthritic activity.…”
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Heavy metal contents in highway runoff in Malaysia by Al-Mamun, Abdullah, Salleh, Md. Noor, Muyibi, Suleyman Aremu, Zainudin, Zaki, Idris, Azni

“…This study reports the initial findings on the common metallic pollutants, namely Lead (Pb), Zinc (Zn) Copper (Cu), Nickel (Ni), Cadmium (Cd), Chromium (Cr) from the selected highways in Malaysia. …”
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Phase behaviour of manganese-doped biphasic calcium phosphate ceramics synthesized via sol-gel method by Ahmad Nawawi, Natasha, Sopyan, Iis, Ramesh, Singh, Afzeri, Afzeri

“…This was also accompanied by the enlarging particles at higher calcination temperatures and Mn contents due to fusion of agglomerated particles. These findings have led to the conclusion that Mn has acted as a calcination additive for the BCP powder.…”
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The potential of green technology application in the outdoor built environment by Izumi, Mohamad Azim, Abdul Razak, Nazrul Nizam, Abu Bakar, Aniza

“…This paper is focusing on finding the potential of GT application in the outdoor built environment. …”
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Menopause and chronic periodontitis in females attending Polyclinic, Kulliyyah of Dentistry, IIUM by Zulkeple, Md. Hafizul Taufiq, Zahuri, Muhammad Khairulanwar, Ridzuan, Taufik Firdaus, Hilal Abbood Al-Bayati, Lina, Faisal, Ghasak Ghazi, Mustafa Al-Ahmad, Basma Ezzat

“…On the other hand, significant differences were found between both groups in their percentages of sites with (CAL) of 4-6 mm (p=0.013) and number of missing teeth (p=0.028). Conclusions: The findings of the present study suggest that postmenopausal women have more severe periodontal destruction compared to premenopausal. …”
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STRATA MANAGEMENT IN PENINSULAR MALAYSIA: AN OVERVIEW by Mohamad, Nor Asiah, Sufian, Azlinor, Mohamad, Mazliza

“…The research method used in writing up this paper is the qualitative research in which it analyses the relevant statutes, rules, regulations, books, journals, articles, thesis, seminar papers, electronic materials and various newspaper reports. The findings of the research suggest that irrespective of the newly introduced Strata Management Act 2013 there is a need for more legal improvements in order to create a better regulatory framework for strata management in Malaysia. …”
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Strategic planning and accountability of waqf management in Malaysia by Siraj, Siti Alawiah, Ismail, Yusof

“…The study revealed two major findings. Firstly, SIRCs used strategic planning as planning and control tool. …”
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Reliability of the double-folding potential for fusion cross sections of light systems by Abdul Aziz, Azni, Yusof, Norhasliza, Firihu, Muhammad Zamrun, Abu Kassim, Hasan

“…In the important range of temperatures in stellar evolution, the DFC potential reproduces very satisfactory fitting to the experimental cross section and the S-factor data and gives a consistent prediction of astrophysical reaction rates. This finding indicates that the DFC potential could be used as an alternative potential to study the fusion reactions in the astrophysical interest.…”
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Quantity surveyors in green construction: threats and challenges by Che Haron, Roziha, Mat Rawi, Azya

“…A mixed method of data collection is carried out within Selangor, where questionnaire survey is distributed and several interview sessions are conducted. Finding shows that quantity surveyors are having high environmental awareness and green consciousness, but lower knowledge and understanding in the concept and implementation of green practice. …”
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Attitudinal factors affecting the adoption of internet banking services among small and medium enterprises in Yemen by Al-Fahim, Nabil Hussein, Wan Jusoh, Wan Jamaliah, Adewale, Abideen Adeyemi

“…The hypothetical relationship was examined using structural equation modeling (SEM). The findings of the study indicated that perceived usefulness was the high predictor that influence towards IBSA followed by ease of use and awareness while perceived risk and trust are insignificant and negative effect towards IBSA in Yemen. …”
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The role of Fatwa and Mufti in contemporary Muslim society by Hj Ibrahim, Badruddin, Arifin, Mahamad, Abd Rashid, Siti Zainab

“…It is believed that the findings of the research will provide a clear guideline relating to the role of fatwa and mufti in the contemporary Muslim society which may benefit the fatwa institution in Malaysia in particular and the public at large. …”
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Halal brand awareness influence on consumers’ loyalty towards Islamic banking system by Maulan, Suharni, Omar, Nor Asiah

“…Using survey method, a data of 454 respondents have been analyzed using PLS-SEM. Interestingly, the findings shows that halal brand awareness shows greater influence than brand loyalty on consumers’ loyalty towards Islamic banking system. …”
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'Community of Inquiry' method and ESL Learners' speaking skill by Preece, Abdul Shakour Duncan, Bularafa, Mohammed Waziri

“…Seven sessions, lasting one hour each were video-taped and analyzed using content analysis, focusing upon Fascione's (2006) six critical thinking skills, namely: interpretation, analysis, explanation, evaluation, inference and self-regulation. The findings showed that through cooperation and imitation, five of the six critical thinking skills were practiced by students with the exception of 'self-regulation'. …”
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Meteorological condition and building effects on indoor/outdoor (I/O) air quality in London by Mohd. Aris, Mohd Shukri, Kelly, Frank, Barratt, Benjamin

“…Long-term continuous monitoring of gaseous pollutants is being carried out at adjacent internal and external sampling points at two diverse sites within London in order investigate the transport and chemical transformation of outdoor pollution indoors in both naturally and mechanically ventilated buildings. The findings from this study may potentially be used in the establishment of a London Indoor Air Quality Network The objective of the study was to monitor and analyse indoor/outdoor (I/O) data to assess the effects of meteorology, seasonality and building activity on the transfer of outdoor air pollutants into buildings with extremely diverse locations and use. …”
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Innovative leadership: learning from change management among Malaysian secondary school principals by Othman, Azam, Abd Rahman, Hamidon

“…The analysis of the data revealed most of the Principals did not realise that they were being innovative because they had been using the innovative strategies simply thinking they were finding a solution to their problems. Another common perception among the Principals was that being innovative only involves computers and technology. …”
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The level of information and communication technology use by museums in Malaysia by Abu Bakar, Juliana Aida, Jahn Kassim, Puteri Shireen, Mahmud, Murni

“…A survey was conducted among 22 governing institution for museums throughout Malaysia. The finding suggest that museums have adequate ICT infrastructure, service, and applications to run day-by-day administration and operations. …”
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Systematic phonics intervention and its impact on the development of phonics skills and speech perception among children with hearing loss using spoken language by Abdul Rahim, Zurahani, Brown, P. Margaret

“…It was hypothesized that intensive phonics intervention would lead to better phonics skills among participants and that such phonics training would lead to better speech perception levels. The findings of the study indicated positive results in the development of practical phonics skills based on the THRASS© programme. …”
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The awareness and attitude towards Islamic banking: a study in Malaysia by Saiti, Buerhan

“…In the context of bank selection criteria, there are four significant differences among Muslims and non-Muslims such as, mass media advertising, credit on favorable terms, financial counseling and location near my place of work, while the others 18 criteria shows no significant difference. The findings can be utilize by banks to measure the level of attitudes and acceptance towards Islamic Banking among Muslims and non-Muslim and for those who is considering setting up an Islamic banking operations in the country with majority of Muslims.…”
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Success factors of overall improvement of microenterprises in Malaysia: an empirical study by Alom, Fardous, Abdullah, Moha Asri, Moten, Abdul Rashid, Azam, Ferdous

“…Computing descriptive statistics and applying multiple regression analysis to data for 253 microenterprises of Malaysia, the study finds that a certain number of entrepreneurial and enterprise characteristics along with several economic factors affect the overall performance of microenterprises. …”
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