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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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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Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Validation and Investigation the Effect of Piston Bowl Geometries Performance on Port Fuel InjectionHomogeneous Charge Compression Ignition (PFI-... by Nik Ab Rashid, Nik Muhammad Hafiz, Hairuddin, Abdul Aziz, Md Rezali, Khairil Anas, Masuri, Siti Ujila, Al Anbagi Muntasser Abdulabbas Mossa, Al Anbagi Muntasser Abdulabbas Mossa, Jaafar, Jamiluddin, Deni Fajar Fitriyana, Deni Fajar Fitriyana

“…The piston bowl design employed in a Port Fuel Injection engine application exhibited different combustion phases while demonstrating similarity in attaining in-cylinder pressure. The findings for swirl induce piston bowl design indicate an enhancement of in-cylinder pressure for the Spiral Crown geometry model, reaching 9.42 MPa. …”
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Life cycle assessment of direct recycling hot press forging of aluminium AA7075 metal matrix composite by Mohd Khaireez, Muhamad Haikal, Yusuf, Nur Kamilah, Atef M Ghaleb, Atef M Ghaleb, Sami Al-Alimi, Sami Al-Alimi, Aiman Rahmat, Aiman Rahmat, Ikhwan Shah Tisadi Tukiat, Ikhwan Shah Tisadi Tukiat, Saif, Yazid, Adham E Ragab, Adham E Ragab, Wenbin Zhou, Wenbin Zhou, Wadea Ameen, Wadea Ameen

“…Response surface methodology (RSM)is applied to ascertain the optimal parameters for high-performance filtration. The findings suggest that employing a forging temperature of 532.34 °C and a holding time of 60 min produces favourable results. …”
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Enhancing Maintenance Services Quality: A Study of Student Satisfaction and Maintenance Strategies in Student’s Residential College by Mohd Midhal, Amirul Hafizi, Mustafa, Mohd Syafiq Syazwan, Zakaria, Anies Faziehan, Yusof, Fatimah, Musa, Kamaruzaman, Abdul Rahman, Ashraf, Abd Latif, Muhamad Faiz, Maranatha Wijayaningtyas, Maranatha Wijayaningtyas, Ahmad Rusyaidi Jumat, Ahmad Rusyaidi Jumat

“…Through questionnaires, this study collected responses from a sample of participants and employed SERVQUAL approach, comprising five distinct elements, for analysis. Findings indicated that students' expectation and satisfaction levels, particularly in the realms of reliability, tangibles, and assurance, yielded high scores. …”
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Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Validation and Investigation the Effect of Piston Bowl Geometries Performance on Port Fuel InjectionHomogeneous Charge Compression Ignition (PFI-... by Nik Ab Rashid, Nik Muhammad Hafiz, Hairuddin, Abdul Aziz, Md Rezali, Khairil Anas, Masuri, Siti Ujila, Abdulabbas Mossa, Al Anbagi Muntasser, Jaafar, Jamiluddin, Fitriyana, Deni Fajar

“…The piston bowl design employed in a Port Fuel Injection engine application exhibited different combustion phases while demonstrating similarity in attaining in-cylinder pressure. The findings for swirl induce piston bowl design indicate an enhancement of in-cylinder pressure for the Spiral Crown geometry model, reaching 9.42 MPa. …”
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Green roof thermal performance of small-scale prototype using IES-VE simulation in tropical climatic condition by Md Yacob, Mohamad Norfekry, Kasmin, Hartini, Siti Nazahiyah Rahmat, Siti Nazahiyah Rahmat, Tukimat, Nurul Nadrah Aqilah, Ahmad Nazri, Mohd Ariff

“…Simulation using IES-VE approved that green roofs can potentially reduce indoor temperatures, demonstrating their suitability for tropical regions. These findings have significant implications for sustainable building design and urban planning in hot and humid climates.…”
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Myths and realities of digital reference services: perspectives of libraries from developing countries by Abu Bakar, Ahmad Bakeri

“…A score of 5 is assigned to a country where their libraries offer digital reference services in real time with 24/7 operating mode. The findings showed that not a single country in the Asia and Pacific region was able to offer virtual reference services in real time on a 24/7 basis. …”
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The relationship between the length of the cupulae of free neuromasts and feeding ability in larvae of the willow shiner Gnathopogon elongatus caerulescens (Teleostei, Cyprinidae by Mukai, Yukinori, Kobayashi, Hiroshi, Yoshikawa, Hiromasa

“…From these observations and from our findings, it appears that larval willow shiner must feed on zooplankton by using free neuromasts in the dark. …”
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Response of Arabidopsis thaliana seedlings to lead exposure: effect of pre-treatment with sodium nitroprusside by Phang, Ing Chia, Leung, David W. M., Taylor, H. Harry, Burritt, David J.

“…Antioxidant assays and ROS were carried out using a microplate reader. A major finding is that Pb treatment resulted in increased oxidative stress, which was counteracted by SNP pre-treatment. …”
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