Centella asiatica: from folk remedy to the medicinal biotechnology - a state revision by Alfarra, Helmi Yousif, Omar, Muhammad Nor

“…Biological activities of C. asiatica have been linked to the most major compounds in it. This state paper is a part of our ongoing research on C. asiatica, its activity, isolation of novel metabolites, and applying the biotechnological methods to improve this plant and its phytochemical activities. …”
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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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Experimental analysis and comparison of performance characteristics of catalytic converters by Mohiuddin, A. K. M.

“…The purpose of this chapter is to present the results of an experimental study of the performance and conversion efficiencies of ceramic monolith three-way catalytic converters (TWCC) employed in automotive exhaust lines for the reduction of gasoline emissions. Two ceramic converters of different cell density, substrate length, hydraulic channel diameter and \vall thickness were studied to investigate the effect of varying key parameters on conversion efficiencies and pressure drop. …”
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The contextual integration and sustainable development of Kuala Lumpur’s City Centre waterfront: an evaluation of the policies, law and guidelines by Abdul Latip, Nurul Syala, Heath, Tim, Shamsuddin, Suhana, Liew, Mohd Shahir, Vallyutham, Kalaikumar

“…It used to be the life lines of the City when it was the main transportation mode for the people. …”
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Application of a new choline-imidazole based deep eutectic solvents in hybrid magnetic molecularly imprinted polymer for efficient and selective removal of naproxen from aqueous... by Husin, Nor Aniisah, Muhamad, Musthahimah, Yahaya, Noorfatimah, Miskam, Mazidatulakmam, Nik Mohamed Kamal, Nik Nur Syazni, Asman, Saliza, Raoov, Muggundha, Mohamad Zain, Nur Nadhirah

“…A cytotoxicity test showed that the synthesised ChCl-BuIM was non-toxic, as the human normal cell lines MCF-10A, and BEAS-2B maintained viability above 50%. …”
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Documentation and evaluation of medicinal plants with potential for breast cancer therapy as used by Jakun Community of Kampung Peta, Mersing, Johor by Mainasara, Muhammad Murtala

“…GC-MS was used to identify active the compounds. Findings showed that A. altilis have the highest antioxidant capacity and M. citrifolia, the least. …”
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4-ethylamino-3-nitrobenzoic acid by Narendra Babu, Shivanagere Nagojappa, Abdul Rahim, Aisyah Saad, Abd Hamid, Shafida, Quah, Ching Kheng, Fun, Hoong-Kun

“…The crystal packing is consolidated by intermolecular O-H...O hydrogen bonds, linking the molecules into centrosymmetric dimers.…”
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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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Transitory microbial habitat in the hyperarid Atacama Desert by Schulze-Makuch, Dirk, Wagner, Dirk, Kounaves, Samuel P., Mangelsdorf, Kai, Devine, Kevin G., de Vera, Jean-Pierre, Schmitt-Kopplin, Philippe, Grossart, Hans-Peter, Parro, Victor, Kaupenjohann, Martin, Galy, Albert, Schneider, Beate, Airo, Alessandro, Frösler, Jan, Davila, Alfonso F., Arens, Felix L., Cáceres, Luis, Cornejo, Francisco Solís, Carrizo, Daniel, Dartnell, Lewis, DiRuggiero, Jocelyne, Flury, Markus, Ganzert, Lars, Gessner, Mark O., Grathwohl, Peter, Guan, Lisa, Heinz, Jacob, Hess, Matthias, Keppler, Frank, Maus, Deborah, McKay, Christopher P., Meckenstock, Rainer U., Montgomery, Wren, Oberlin, Elizabeth A., Probst, Alexander J., Sáenz, Johan S., Sattler, Tobias, Schirmack, Janosch, Sephton, Mark A., Schloter, Michael, Uhl, Jenny, Valenzuela, Bernardita, Vestergaard, Gisle, Wörmer, Lars, Zamorano, Pedro

“…Although microbial biomass and diversity decrease with increasing aridity in the Atacama Desert, we provide multiple lines of evidence for the presence of an at times metabolically active, microbial community in one of the driest places on Earth. …”
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Haplophytin B from maclurodendron porteri by Bakhtiar, M. Taher, Darnis, Deny Susanti, Abd Hamid, Shafida, Edueng, Khadijah, Md. Jaffri, Juliana, Adina, Anugerah, Rezali, Mohd Fazlin

“…The compound showed no inhibition against Staphylococus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Bacillus cereus and Escherichia coli and no cytotoxic activity against H199 and A549 cell lines.…”
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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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