A unified theory of the firm from Tawhidic paradigm by Mhd. Sarif, Suhaimi

“…The use of qualitative method through personal interviews is appropriate for exploratory nature of the study to develop a unified theory of the firm. Nevertheless, the findings cannot be generalizable. Theoretical contribution from this study is the development of framework of the theory of the firm from Tawhidic paradigm, which adds into the sustainability principles and business continuity. …”
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A conceptual study on landlord and tenant law in peninsular Malaysia: a focus on private residential tenancy by Sufian, Azlinor

“…The best practices from Scotland are taken as reference, whenever necessary. The findings of the research found that based on laws and practices in these two jurisdictions, it is very significant to have specific law to regulate the relationship between landlord and tenant in private residential tenancy in order to protect the interest of all parties involved. …”
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The cytotoxicity effect of ant-444 in human chronic myeloid leukaemia cells (K 562) by Khalid, Nor Bahijah, Abdul Ghani, Radiah

“…We assessed the cytotoxicity effect of the Ant-444 on the cells by using (3-(4,5)-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,5-diphenyl tetrazolium bromide) colorimetric (MTT) assay and trypan blue dye exclusion method.The result revealed that the drug has the ability to inhibit the growth of cancer cells by showing an IC50 value of 2.4 μM and growth curve results obtained show a significant inhibition of K562 cell growth after been exposed 48 hours to the Ant-444 (96 hour in culture)(P<0.05 at 96 hour and P< 0.001at 120 and 144 hour). In conclusion, the findings obtained confirmed that the drug; Ant-444, has cytotoxic effect against K562 cell line. …”
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Evaluation of time-dependent pathways in an acute ischemic stroke protocol that incorporates CT perfusion: A tertiary referral center experience by hashim, hilwati, Hassan, Radhiana, Sharis Osman, Syazarina, Muda, Ahmad Sobri

“…Four patients were thrombolysed despite being outside the window of treatment based on the CTP findings. Six of the thrombolysed patients had a Modified Rankin Score (MRS) of 1-2 at 5 months post procedure. …”
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Clinical significance of Helicobacter pylori cagA and iceA genotype status by Mohammad Amjad, Nasser, Osman, Hussain Ali, Abdul Razak, Najibah, Kassian, Junaini, Din, Jeffri, Abdullah, Nasuruddin

“…Ulcer pathology was seen in 39% (11/29) of patients with iceA1, while 31% (22/70) had normal findings. The corresponding values for iceA2 were 33% (5/15) and 33% (28/84), respectively. …”
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Optimal waist circumference cut-off values for predicting cardiovascular risk factors in a multi-ethnic Malaysian population by Cheong, Kee C., Ghazali, Sumarni M., Hock, Lim K., Yusoff, Ahmad F., Selvarajah, Sharmini, Haniff, Jamaiyah, Zainuddin, Ahmad Ali, Ying, Chan Y., Lin, Khor G., Ab Rahman, Jamalludin, Shahar, Suzana, Mustafa, Amal N.

“…Optimal WC cut-off values for predicting the presence of diabetes mellitus, hypertension, hypercholesterolemia and at least one of the three CV risk factors varied from 81.4 to 85.5 cm for men and 79.8 to 80.7 cm for women. Conclusions: Our findings indicate that WC cut-offs of 81 cm for men and 80 cm for women are appropriate for defining abdominal obesity and for recommendation to undergo cardiovascular risk screening and weight management in the Malaysian adult population.…”
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Optimal BMI cut-off values for predicting diabetes, hypertension and hypercholesterolaemia in a multi-ethnic population by Kee, Chee Cheong, Yusoff, Ahmad Fauzi, Ghazali, Sumarni M., Kuang, H. Lim, Selvarajah, Sharmini, Haniff, Jamaiyah, Khor, Geok Lin, Shahar, Suzana, Ab Rahman, Jamalludin, Zainuddin, Ahmad A., Mustafa, Amal Nasir

“…In men and women, the odds ratio for having diabetes mellitus, hypertension, hypercholesterolaemia or at least one cardiovascular risk factor increased significantly as BMI cut-off point increased. Conclusions Our findings indicate that BMI cut-offs of 23·0 kg/m2 in men and 24·0 kg/m2 in women are appropriate for classification of overweight. …”
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Islamic philosophy in the pedagogy of landscape architecture: study on studio-based subject by Othman, Jamilah, Ahmad Sarkawi, Azila, Mansor, Mazlina

“…The purpose of the pilot study was to identify the issues that need to be rectified, so that, improvement on the teaching of studio-based subjects can be done. Findings show that the pedagogy of LA that instilled the Islamic philosophy based on both etiquette of delivering lesson, input lectures and project brief had contributed several implications; e.g. …”
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Head injury with temporal bone fracture: one year review of case incidence, causes, clinical features and outcome by Asha'ari, Zamzil Amin, Razali, Mohd Sayuti, Abdullah, Kahairi, Wan Leman, Wan Ishlah, Raja Lope Ahmad, Raja Ahmad Al'konee

“…Gender distribution, cause of injury, radiological findings and otorhinolaryngological clinical presentations were analyzed. …”
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Novel landscape design model system approach: monitoring, predicting and calculating carbon sequestration rate for tourism accommodation premises green spaces by Othman, Rashidi, Abu Kasim, Siti Zubaidah, Hashim, Khairusy Syakirin Has-Yun, Mohd Noor, Nur Fadhlina

“…Two existing hotels were selected and the findings of this research showed that at both case studies, carbon sequestration rate by trees has the highest sequestration amount compared to other plant materials. …”
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The potential of artificial live rock as subtrate for coral spat and epibenthic organisms by Yusof, Muhammad Hamizan, Saad, Shahbudin, Nordin, Noor Faizul Hadry, Y, Mahfuzah, R, Rafindde, Khodzori, Mohd Fikri Akmal, R, Mohd Husaini

“…However, no significant difference between types of surfaces with sessile macrobenthic organisms (p>0.05). This finding showed that ALR has a potential to be upgraded as artificial reef towards marine habitat restoration. …”
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Pelargonium radula as a plant bioindicator in monitoring mercury in drinking water by A Majid, Noraishah, Ramli, Nur Syazila, Phang, Ing Chia

“…In the present study, Pelargonium radula was chosen as the Hg bioindicator as it gave the fastest and visible morphological changes, which is within 4 h of treatment. This new finding was promising, as it demonstrated that plants could be used for Hg biomonitoring for the safety of drinking water. …”
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Distribution of the population of Tongkat Ali (Eurycoma spp.) in Malaysia based on data taken from herbarium records by Nordin, Mohd Shukor

“…The majority of the apiculata specimens were collected from hilly areas deep in the forest, thus is in agreement with the previous findings which stated that apiculata is a mountain species. …”
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Mapping Informal aActivities in Urban Squares by Zakariya, Khalilah, Harun, Nor Zalina

“…The research also found that urban squares are significant to the visitors as leisure spaces, urban attractions, and spaces to conduct leisure activities at night. The findings from this research are useful for planners and designer in planning and designing urban squares in Malaysia, or upgrading underutilized urban squares that already exist. …”
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Application of universal design in Malaysia: KAED universal design as research and training provider for Malaysia by Abdul Rahim, Asiah

“…KAED Universal Design Unit (KUDU) of International Islamic University Malaysia was formed with the intention to promote the application of universal design in the built environment and product design, as well as to disseminate research findings through international conferences, symposiums, workshops and product competitions. …”
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Assessing the appropriateness and adequacy of the provision for housing under the haddul-kifayah for asnaf faqr and asnaf miskin by Abdul Rashid, Khairuddin, Hasan, Sharina Farihah, Ahmad Sarkawi, Azila

“…The outcome from the survey was then contrasted with the outcome from the literature review. Key findings from the study suggest that the sub-components and their corresponding monetary allocation forming the shelter or housing component of the haddul kifayah as currently being applied by the selected zakat administrators are neither appropriate nor adequate in meeting the current needs of the asnaf faqr or asnaf miskin respectively. …”
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Muslim women's right to marriage dissolution in the case of missing husband: a juristic analysis on missing passengers of MH 370 by Tengku Muda, Tengku Fatimah Muliana, Mohd, Azizah

“…Classical jurists writings and statutory provisions are gathered and analyzed during the research. The findings indicate that there has been dissenting views among one madhhab (sect) to another on the legal implication of a missing person. …”
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Sustainablility of multi-generations dwelling: condition survey on old Malay traditional houses in Kuala Kangsar, Perak by Kamaruddin, Zumahiran, Abdul Latip, Nurul Syala, Sulaiman, Nurhafizatulakmar

“…The study found that appropriate action has been taken by the residents of the houses not only to safeguard their valuable heritage but also to ensure the needs of disable residents especially the elderly are well accommodated. The findings would assist the local community to implement further management plan for preservation of the traditional houses, whilst ensuring the continuous survival of the houses that reflect heritage value as well as the social value of the multi-generation residents. …”
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Engineering management in developing countries a future prospective by Eusuf, Muhammad Abu, Mohd. Din, Shamzani Affendy, Mohamed Ali, Haitham, Khaleed Mansour, Abeer

“…The multi-generational workforce has distinct views on work ethic, communication and incentives; finding common ground is essential. As the world of multinational projects is rapidly developing new concepts and methodologies are being introduced, especially in the management direction, as well as, the serious need for the use of engineering management modern practices. …”
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Back to the future: returning to silver-backed money in Sri Lanka by Lebbe, Suhail Sinna, Mohamad, Azhar, Sifat, Imtiaz Mohammad

“…Design/methodology/approach Based on technology adoption model theory, a conceptual framework was devised, which was later tested via structural equation modelling (SEM) using valid responses from a survey questionnaire. Findings The results indicated that perceived usefulness and subjective norms have positive relationships and perceived risk a negative relationship with people’s behavioural intention to adopt SBMPS. …”
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