Response surface methodology for the optimization of Keratinase production in culture medium containing feathers by Bacillus sp. UPM-AAG1 by Abdul Gafar, Aa’ishah, Khayat, Mohd Ezuan, Ahmad, Siti Aqlima, Yasid, Nur Adeela

“…Keratinase is a type of proteolytic enzyme with broad application in industry. The main objective of this work is the optimization of keratinase production from Bacillus sp. strain UPM-AAG1 using Plackett-Burman (PB) and central composite design (CCD) for parameters, such as pH, temperature, feather concentration, and inoculum size. …”
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Pembangunan Dan Keberkesanan Aplikasi Pembelajaran Geometri Realiti Terimbuh (Learngeoar) Terhadap Keupayaan Visualisasi Ruang Dan Pencapaian Tajuk Ruang Dalam Kalangan Murid Tahun... by Nadzeri, Mohamad Basri

“…The research design is based on Design and Development Research (DDR), comprising three main phases: need analysis, design and development and evaluation. …”
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Sound absorption properties of porous concrete layers for noise barrier by Galip, N S, Haron, Z, Mohamed, R N, Darus, N, Zamri, N F, Yahya, M N, Yahya, K, Din, N C, Kassim, A S F A, Redzuan, I H, Jahya, Z

“…Pore characteristics such as diameter, area and distribution are the main characteristics of porous concrete different from conventional concrete and play a dominant role in sound absorption properties. …”
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The effectiveness of Building Information Modelling (BIM) in solving railway project management issues in Malaysia by Molarn, M A, Ang, P S E, Ali, R B

“…The said issues mainly occurred during pre – construction stage. The level of BIM effectiveness in MRT 2 is high when full BIM was implemented as compared to Gemas – JB ETS that have low effectiveness when partial BIM was implemented. …”
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Blowing active flow control on FFA-W3-270 airfoil model by Kathiresan, Kabiilesh, Imisi Oluwa, Abiola, Mat, Shabudin, Abdullahi, Yahaya Daura, Jafari Gahraz, Seyed Reza, Mat Lazim, Tholudin, Musa, Nur Amalina

“…This paper discusses about the installation of active flow control technique on FFA-W3-270 Airfoil model. The main objective is to investigate either this flow control technique can delay or promote the flow separation that occurs on the model. …”

Aquatic life monitoring using raspberry-Pi in internet of things (IoT). by Sopian, Zulhaziq, Abdul Wahab, Nur Haliza, Sunar, Noorhazirah, Muhammad, Noor Aishah, Ariffin, Sharifah H. S., Hasanti, Fathimah, Kadir, Khairunnisa A., Wong, Keng Yinn

“…This can cause the destruction of the aquatic flora and fauna that they've invested into. Thus, the main objective of this project is to develop a mini submarine for aquarium monitoring. …”

3D display for 3D telepresence: A review by Fadzli, Fazliaty Edora, Nor’a, Muhammad Nur Affendy, Ismail, Ajune Wanis

“…This paper, however, discusses the 3D display technology that have been implemented in the telepresence system, which can be divided into two main devices, projectors and head mounted display (HMD). …”
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Mitigate the effect of distributed generators connected to distribution system. by Oraibi, Saleh Khairullah, Mohamad Idris, Rasyidah

“…This paper proposes the use of two methods, the first being the conventional method and the second being curve time grading methods to study and mitigate the effect of connecting the distributive generators to the IEEE15 bus distribution system. The main contribution of this work is that they are simple and applicable to all types of medium-sized networks and high speed to obtain results, compared with other methods that require the use of complex programs and require a long time to implement and obtain results. …”
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Effective 5D BIM requirements for risk mitigation during pre-contract stage. by Nazirul Fariq, Nazirul Fariq, Ismail, Syuhaida, Ab. Rani, Nur Izzati

“…While the concerns may expose to amount of risks that can influence the project cost, this paper is determined to investigate the technical risks of 5D BIM practice and explore risk mitigation strategies for the construction project that adopts 5D BIM technology. Three main groups of technical risks were identified and reviewed, namely modelling issues, poor execution procedures and design change issues. …”
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Recent developments in oil palm empty fruit bunch (OPEFB) fiber composite by Melbi Mahardika, Melbi Mahardika, Aminatuz Zakiyah, Aminatuz Zakiyah, Siti Mariyah Ulfa, Siti Mariyah Ulfa, Rushdan, Ahmad Ilyas, Hassan, Mohamad Zaki, Devita Amelia, Devita Amelia, Knight, Victor Feizal, Norrrahim, Mohd. Nor Faiz

“…The availability of lignocellulosic fiber polymer composites worldwide, in addition to their low carbon emissions and biodegradability, has caught the enthusiasm of scientists and engineers. One of the main crops grown in Indonesia is oil palm, which has the potential to provide lignocellulosic fibers for composites. …”
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Tapered angle microfluidic device for cell separation using hydrodynamic principle by Jamrus, Muhammad Asyraf, Ahmad, Mohd. Ridzuan

“…Regrettably, the current devices suffer from issues such as clogging and necessitate a lengthy main channel. Therefore, the goal of this work is to build and improve a microfluidic device with a tapered angle. …”
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The Almajiri System and Insurgency in the Northern Nigeria: A Reconstruction of the Existing Narratives for Policy Direction by Usman, Abbo, Mohd. Zain, Zawiyah, Njidda, Bashir A

“…The third narrative argued that relative deprivation and destitution are the main causes of radicalization among Almajiri. This work therefore intends to put the issue into proper perspective by providing a balance argument based on empirical evidence. …”
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Fostering Online Learning Engagement Via Gamification: A Comparison Between Media and Non-Media Students in Universiti Utara Malaysia (S/O: 14764) by Mohmad Yazam, Siti Syamsul Nurin, Ibrahim, Marhaiza

“…By adopting gamification, educators may solve the main problems faced by todays learners which are motivation and engagement. …”
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Profiling the Malaysian Consumers’ Consumption Behaviour Toward Dietary Supplement Products (S/O: 13155) by Mohd Noor, Nor Azila, Liew, Kok-Hong, Yap, Sheau-Fen, Abdul Rahman, Maria, Muhammad, Azli

“…A survey was carried out to acquire data from 360 respondents at ten main hypermarkets in Malaysia, utilizing a series of mall intercept method. …”
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A Lean Management Approach of Rice Subsidy Distribution: Some Findings from a Study in Selangor by Sarjiman, Yatimah, Mad Lazim, Halim, Lamsali, Hendrik

“…Methodology: For that purpose, a survey was conducted on 10 senior government officials who manage matters related to fertilizer subsidies in the Ministry, Farmers Organization Board, Area Farmers Organization, Department of Agriculture and Subsidy Product Suppliers and 20 farmers in the area studied. by using Lean Management as the main point in this study. Findings: The collected data were analyzed using ATLAS.ti and Microsoft Excel. …”
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How Competent Are You? Developing A C.A.B. Crosscultural Competency Framework for Inculcating Cultural Sensitivity Among Malaysian Nurse Expatriates (S/O: 13593) by Abdul Talib, Asmat Nizam, Zakaria, Norhayati, Zakaria, Nasriah

“…Our study will employ a mix methodology--the primary method is qualitative, while the quantitative method will supplement the findings with statistics to support the in-depth descriptions. The main outcome of the study is the development of the CAB model for training expatriates in specific cultural-based context. …”
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Facilities Management Digitalisation Model: A Systematic Literature Review by Mohammad Ali, Irwan, Mohd Nawi, Mohd Nasrun, Ngah Abdul Wahab, Suriani, Baharuddin, Mohd Nurfaisal, Masnan, Aizuddin

“…This research will look at the current trends in FM that are emerging as a result of digitalisation. The main objective of this research is to propose the FM digitalisation model, which might influence future FM practices. …”
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Exploring Risk Management Activities for Solar PV: A Preliminary Investigation in Malaysia by Ahmad Zaidi, Mohamad Faizal, Othman, Siti Norezam, Mohamed Ismail, Risyawati

“…In Malaysia, solar PV is projected to be the main source of renewable energy by 2040;however the issue on risk is still underexplored. …”
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Developing metallic cathode for low-temperature solid oxide fuel cell applications by Yu, Chen-Chiang

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Achieving the target crystal size distribution in the case of agglomeration and breakage for batch cooling crystallisation process by Zakirah, Mohd Zahari, Suriyati, Saleh, Noor Asma Fazli, Abdul Samad

“…One of the main specification of crystallisation process is the crystal size distribution (CSD). …”
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