A linearization based on Taylor expansion to multi-objective linear fractional program with fuzzy coefficients and fuzzy decision variables by Mojtaba Borza, Azmin Sham Rambely

“…In two phases, this method alters the fully fuzzy problem into linear programming problem (LPP) which its solution is at least a weakly E - efficient for the main problem. …”
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Why not travel to Malaysia? variations in inbound tourists perceptions toward halal-friendly destination attributes by Azali, Mohamed, Kamal Basha, Norazlyn, Chang, Yee-Shan, Lim, Xin-Jean, Cheah, Jun-Hwa

“…A total of 666 observations were collected using surveys and the data sets were analyzed via partial least squares structural equation modeling. The empirical results show that both countries have indicated variations in terms of preferences for social environment, services, and facilities. …”

Determination of hexane residues in vegetable oils with FTIR spectroscopy by Mirghani, M. E. S., Che Man, Y. B.

“…The method was based on horizontal attenuated total reflectance with a ZnSe crystal at 45° at room temperature, and partial least squares (PLS) statistics were used to derive calibration models. …”
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Multivariate calibration of Fourier transform infrared spectra in determining iodine value of palm oil products by Che Man, Y.B, Setiowaty, G

“…Forty-two spectra of palm oil with IV ranging between 53 and 65 were used to create calibration models based on partial least squares (PLS) and principle component regression (PCR) methods using different baseline types. …”
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Memoryless quasi-Newton-type methods via some weak secant relations for large-scale unconstrained optimization by Lim, Keat Hee, Leong, Wah June

“…These updating methods are derived by means of a least-change updating strategy subjected to some weaker form of secant relation obtained by projecting the secant equation onto the search direction. …”
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Modelling Framework of Regulatory Changes to Improve Efficiency of Malaysian IPO Market (S/O 14203) by Mohd Rashid, Rasidah, Abdul Rahim, Ruzita, Hwei, Khaw Lee, Tajuddin, Ahmad Hakimi, Che Yahya, Norliza

“…The study uses cross-sectional data over 16 years from 2000 to 2016. It uses ordinary least squares for the baseline model and incorporates an interaction term, quantile regression, quadratic term, break test and logit regression model for further analysis. …”
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Comparison product optimization performance of fed-batch fermentation processes for penicillin G production by Noor Asma Fazli, Abdul Samad, Arshad, Ahmad

“…To provide on-line estimates of the difficult to measure penicillin concentration, Partial Least Squares model was employed. These estimates were then used in the control loop and successful control of the product concentration was established. …”
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Triadic resonant instability in confined and unconfined axisymmetric geometries by Boury, S., Maurer, P., Joubaud, S., Peacock, T., Odier, P.

“…In both the confined and unconfined cases, we show that sub-harmonics can be spontaneously generated from a primary wave field if they satisfy at least a resonance condition on their frequencies of the form ω0 = ±ω1 ± ω2. …”
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Noise cancellation algorithm for respiratory sound classification by Soh, Marianne Hui Ying

“…The objective of this project is to design an adaptive noise cancellation algorithm based on least mean square (LMS) filtering on MATLAB to improve the clarity of respiratory signals. …”
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Pragmatic encroachment on knowledge? by Wong, Don Wei Wen

“…Much debate has centred around the contentious idea that having knowledge is a matter that is at least partly dependent on some non-truth connected factors, as in our non-epistemic, practical reasons or aims. …”
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China and Southeast Asia in the 2000s : tension management in the maritime space by Zha, Daojiong, Lina, Gong

“…We conclude by postulating that, at least in the maritime space, tension management rather than conflict resolution is more likely to be the continuing feature into the future.…”
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Gaining historical perspective on political fact-checking : the experience of the United States by Cortada, James W., Aspray, William

“…All six factors were in effect, at least in an incipient form, by the end of the nineteenth century.…”
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The paradox of technology innovativeness and risk perceptions – a profile of Asian smartphone users by Wang, Xiaohui, Lee, Kwan Min

“…A total of 9086 participants were recruited through online surveys from ten Asian countries. Ordinary least squares regression analyses revealed the effects of technology innovativeness, information security, privacy concern, and their interactions on smartphone use and dependence. …”
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Direction of arrival estimation via power measurement approach by Loo, Bernard Weixiong

“…This system formulates the estimation problem as a linear model and utilizes the non-negative least squares algorithm to estimate the direction of the transmitting signal. …”
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The inhibition effect: privacy concerns disrupt the positive effects of social media use on online political participation by Saifuddin Ahmed, Lee, Sangwon

“…Moreover, moderation analyses suggest that those with more significant privacy concerns are least likely to engage in online political participation, even at higher social media news use levels. …”
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Development and simulation of underwater acoustic modem by Song, Ziming

“…Further channel estimation and compensation methods including Least Square (LS) and Linear Minimum Mean Square Error (LMMSE) are introduced to compensate the channel distortion. …”
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Portfolio optimization using genetic algorithm by Zhao, Guanglei.

“…Portfolio optimization problem calculates the optimal capital weightings for a basket of investments that gives the highest return for the least risk. As we know, modern portfolio theory provides a well-developed paradigm to form a portfolio with the highest expected return for a given level of risk tolerance. …”
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Patterns of motivation, moral and civic development in young Singaporeans by Koh, Caroline

“…This study thus shows that at least in the context of Singapore, students understand the value of CME, but their moral development is more likely to be influences by other external factors rather than the CME curriculum per se.…”
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Mode-locked fiber laser and its application in microwave photonics by Li, Nanxi.

“…By implementing a user controlled spectral filter, generation of Gaussian-shaped waveforms at 2.3 GHz, 4.6 GHz and 8 GHz, with sinusoidal amplitude modulation with periods 2.5 nm, 1.25 nm and 0.75 nm, respectively, is shown. Last but not the least, the conclusion and the possible future work of the whole project are mentioned.…”
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Segmental reporting in Singapore by Goh, Eddie Guan Chua, Jong, Voon Hoo, Kwong, Choong Kuen

“…We have also suggested for the mandatory disclosure of the basis of joint cost allocation to improve the disclosure requirement. Last but not least, we have found that the matrix form of presenting segmental reports (as shown in Chapter Six) can be used to enhance decision making and thus improve the disclosure requirement of SAS 23. …”
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