Unveiling the cytotoxic and apoptosis-inducing abilities of an edible bird’s nest extract in human hepatocellular carcinoma Huh-7 cells by Nguyen, Thi-Phuong, Duong, Tang Van, Do, Hoang Dang Khoa, Le, Van Minh, Ta, Kim Nhung, Nguyen, Khoa Thi

“…Edible bird’s nest (EBN) is renowned for diverse pharmacological properties; however, its ability to cause cancer cell death has not been found in recent studies. This study investigates the phytochemical composition of EBN ethanol extract (EEE), the cytotoxic and apoptosis-inducing effects of the extract on human hepatocellular carcinoma Huh-7 cells. …”
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Structural modification and conductivity enhancement of NiCl2 incorporated P3HT: PC60BM based organic photoactive layer by Tan, Sin Tee, Hong, Kai Jeat, Hilm Rizal, Nur Elmira Melissa, Lau, Kam Sheng, Yap, Chi Chin, Chia, Chin Hua, Chong, Kok-Keong

“…Surface modification of P3HT has been reported to enhance the intrinsic properties of the molecular structure. …”
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Characterization and identification of Oya virus, a Simbu serogroup virus of the genus Bunyavirus, isolated from a pig suspected of Nipah virus infection by Kono, Y., Yusnita, Y., Mohd Ali, A. R., Maizan, M., Sharifah, S. H., Fauzia, O., Kubo, M., Aziz, A. J.

“…The phylogenetic analysis of the data showed that the Oya virus is grouped in Simbu serogroup, but is genetically distinct from the serogroup viruses that have been analyzed molecularly. Serological surveys revealed that the virus distributed widely and densely in Malaysia.…”

Entrepreneurial orientation and firm performance of Malaysian SMEs: a systematic review and the uncharted parts by Liew, Mei Xuan, Jamaluddin, Askiah, Zainalaludin, Zumilah, Md. Yusoff, Irwan Syah

“…From here, studies have established that the unidimensional concept of EO dominates; however, whether services are more likely to form positive EO–FP linkages than manufacturing has not been explored; FP is measured primarily by financial indicators. …”

Public willingness to pay for an entrance fee at the newly proposed Marine protected area in Malacca by Ahmad Sufi, Ayu Naqibah, Matthew, Nitanan Koshy, Japry, Julia Aqila, Nik Ab Rahim, Nik Nor Rahimah, Ya'Cob, Mohd Rusli, Abdurofi, Ilmas

“…Pulau Undan, Pulau Nangka, and Pulau Dodol have been selected to be gazetted as the newly proposed Marine Protected Area (MPA) in Malacca, known as the Malacca Marine Park. …”

Drivers for adopting Malaysian timber certification scheme/programme for the endorsement of forest certification chain of custody certification in Malaysia by Murughan, M., Roslan, Mohamad M.K., Zubaidah, H., Johar, M., Seca, G., Pakhriazad, H.Z.

“…While the number of MTCS/PEFC CoC certification certificate holders has been increasing significantly over the last two decades, it is important to explore what drives these timber and timber products companies to adopt this certification. …”

Usability analysis of marker-based augmented reality application for the microcontroller study by Kutty, Suhaili Beeran, Nazri, Muhammad Azim, Che Anuar, Che Nur Shafareen Afera, Kassim, Murizah, Sulaiman, Norakmar Arbain

“…C# programming language has also been used to provide the command for the interaction between the interface and the application. …”
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Identification of microorganisms associated with sea cucumbers in Johor coastal seawater by Solehin, Siti Najihah, Kamarudin, Kamarul Rahim, Badrulhisham, Nur Sabrina, Mohamed Rehan, Aisyah

“…Sea cucumbers have been reported to host diverse microorganisms, including pigment-producing microorganisms. …”
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Financial development, institutions, and economic growth nexus: A spatial econometrics analysis using geographical and institutional proximities by Ahmad, Mahyudin, Law, Siong Hook

“…We measure the dependence between countries through geographical and institutional proximity. The latter has not been widely explored in the finance-growth literature. …”
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Trichostrongylus colubriformis extract upregulates TNF-α receptor expression and enhances TNF-α sensitivity of L929 cells by Riffkin, M.C., Seow, H.-F., Wood, P.R., Brown, L.E.

“…However, direct immunomodulation by T. colubriformis proteins has not yet been unequivocally demonstrated. Results in the present paper demonstrate that soluble T. colubriformis factors promote proliferation of the TNF-susceptible mouse fibrosarcoma cell line L929, while inhibiting proliferation of all other cell types tested. …”
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Sorptive properties of microplastics extracted from cosmetics by Praveena, Sarva Mangala, Aris, Ahmad Zaharin

“…Microplastics from cosmetics, also known as “microbeads,” have been classified as a contaminant of emerging concern and are a global threat to aquatic ecosystems. …”

Confinement practices among postnatal mothers in Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia by Hong, Angela Lee Leh

“…A cross-sectional study was designed to determine the duration of confinement practices, the practice that has been practiced during the confinement period, and identify the frequency of foods and dietary intake during the confinement period among the postnatal mothers at Hospital USM. …”
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A Randomized, Double Blind, Placebo-Controlled Human Clinical Trial On The Effects Of Sacha Inchi (Plukenetia Volubilis L.) Oil Supplementation In Hyperglycaemia, Hypertension And... by Mhd Rodzi, Nur Anis Raihana

“…The incidence of hyperglycaemia, hypertension and hyperlipidaemia (3Hs) have been prevalent in many developed and developing countries. …”
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Computational Design And Synthesis Of Potential Ns2b-Ns3 Dengue Protease Inhibitors by Salin, Nurul Hanim

“…To address this issue, docking and pharmacophore modelling have been used with the ligands from DENV2 NS2B-NS3 protease and West Nile Virus. …”
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Effectiveness of clinical virtual simulation on knowledge retention, self-directed learning ability and learning effect among nursing students in Xi’an Fanyi university, China by Nan, Han

“…With the rapid development of information teaching, clinical virtual simulation has been widely used as a new teaching method in nursing teaching. …”
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FUSION SPARSE AND SHAPING REWARD FUNCTION IN SOFT ACTOR-CRITIC DEEP REINFORCEMENT LEARNING FOR MOBILE ROBOT NAVIGATION by Abu Bakar, Mohamad Hafiz, Shamsudin, Abu Ubaidah, Soomro, Zubair Adil, Tadokoro, Satoshi, Salaan, C. J

“…SAC fundamental is robust against unpredictability, but some weaknesses have been identified, particularly in the exploration process for accuracy learning with faster maturity. …”
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Evaluation of the combination of black rice bran ethanol extract and glimepiride in reducing blood glucose and protecting kidney, liver and pancreatic cells by Wijianto, Diski Wahyu, Sri Wahyuni, Arifah, Wardani, Rizkiananda, Nugraheni, Ambar Yunita, Abu Bakar, Fazleen Izzany

“…Black rice bran ethanol extract (EEBRB) with antioxidant content has been shown to protect the kidney, liver and pancreas organs. …”
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Transforming the voting process integrating blockchain into e-voting for enhanced transparency and security by Tedyyana, Agus, Ghazali, Osman, Asnafi, Tryo, W. Purbo, Onno, Harun, Nur Ziadah, Riza, Faizal

“…After exhaustive testing and refinement, areas for further enhancement have been identified. This innovative system offers unmatched transparency and trust in the voting process, marking a considerable leap for trustworthy elections, especially in small to medium-sized settings.…”
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Detection and Measurement System for Button Mushrooms Using Convolutional Neural Network by Yong, Lio Wei, Ambar, Radzi, Abd Wahab, Mohd Helmy, Abd Jamil, Muhammad Mahadi, Choon, Chew Chang

“…Hence, an automated detection and measurement system for button mushrooms has been developed using image processing techniques based on convolutional neural network (CNN) algorithm model known as YOLOv4. …”
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Optimization of ionic liquid pretreatment of sugar palm fiber for cellulose extraction by Abdul Samad, Norfarhana, Rushdan, Ahmad Ilyas, Ngadi, Norzita, Othman, Mohd. Hafiz Dzarfan

“…Various techniques have been utilized to extract cellulose from sugar palm fiber (SPF). …”