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5241
Assessing the appropriateness and adequacy of the provision for housing under the haddul-kifayah for asnaf faqr and asnaf miskin
Published 2015“…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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5242
Muslim women's right to marriage dissolution in the case of missing husband: a juristic analysis on missing passengers of MH 370
Published 2015“…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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5243
Sustainablility of multi-generations dwelling: condition survey on old Malay traditional houses in Kuala Kangsar, Perak
Published 2015“…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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5244
Engineering management in developing countries a future prospective
Published 2015“…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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5245
Back to the future: returning to silver-backed money in Sri Lanka
Published 2019“…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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5246
Green technology approach for sustainable development: turning waste into useful bio-product
Published 2015“…Currently, various valued bio-products are developed from different sources of domestic and industrial wastes generated in Malaysia. The findings include sources and characteristics of domestic wastewater treatment plant (DWTP) sludge and oil palm industrial (OPI) waste in Malaysia. …”
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5247
Post-secondary aspiration differences among upper secondary students: a descriptive comparison between selected vocational and public schools in Malaysia
Published 2015“…This study takes on a case-study approach and utilizes a mixed-methods design, including correlations and focus group interviews. The findings from this study will help explore more possibilities in the replication of the study nationwide, as well as to provide a preliminary output to the TVET transformation exercise by the Ministry of Education Malaysia. …”
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5248
Antibiotic-Nigella Sativa Fusion (ANF) as a novel approach intended for the treatment against bacteria forming biofilm in osteomyelitis
Published 2015“…With further clinical proofs, the findings could have high impact on current treatment regimen against multi-drug resistant bacteria particularly for osteomyelitis. …”
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5249
Critical evaluation of mock counseling sessions: learning through experience
Published 2015“…Data collected were analysed using thematic analysis. The general finding of the study indicate that the mock sessions have provided a positive experience to the first year students. …”
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5250
In-vivo antimalarial activity of the endophytic actinobacterium, Streptomyces SUK 10
Published 2015“…As part of the drug discovery process, these promising finding may contribute to the medicinal and pharmaceutical field for malarial treatment. …”
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5251
Nicotine dependence and quit smoking: a preliminary survey among adult males in Kuantan, Malaysia
Published 2015“…Household income was a contributing factor for moderate to high ND. The finding provides hope for the success of smoking cessation programme if it is to be done in this locality.…”
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5252
The facets model of effects and Islam in integrated marketing communication: the case of Gubugklakah in Indonesia
Published 2015“…This study also examined DWG from the Islamic perspective. The findings suggest that four marketing communication tools were used in accordance with the six facets model of effects: perception, affective, cognition, association, persuasion and behaviour and that DWG is a Muslim friendly tourism village. …”
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5253
Nicotine dependence and quit smoking: a preliminary survey among adult males in Kuantan, Malaysia
Published 2015“…Household income was a contributing factor for moderate to high ND. The finding provides hope for the success of smoking cessation programme if it is to be done in this locality. …”
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5254
An examination of the mediating effect of islamic work ethic on the relationships between transformational leadership and work outcomes
Published 2011“…The results of Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) indicate that transformational leadership has a positively significant impact on Islamic work ethic. The findings also noted that Islamic work ethic directly and positively affect both organizational commitment and job satisfaction on the one hand, and negatively influences turnover intention on the other. …”
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5255
Use of a tin (Sn) flat sheet as a material filter for reduction of scattered gamma photons and enhancement of cold regions image quality in Tc-99m SPECT
Published 2016“…Significant decrease in %RMS noise, enhancement of cold regions detectability and significant improvement in contrast of cold regions of diameter 7.3, 9.2 and 11.4 mm at p < 0.05, but, statistically insignificant improvement in contrast of 5.9, 14.3 and 17.9 mm diameter cold regions was achieved with material filter. Findings show that the material filter removes some fraction of scattered gamma photons from image data. …”
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5256
Nutritional status of schoolchildren in Kuantan, Pahang
Published 2015“…Schools’ coordinate were recorded and Geographical Information System (GIS) software was used to map and visualize the distribution of schoolchildren according to nutritional status. Findings showed that 13.8% (n=54) of the children were having overweight and obesity, 10.5% (n=41) stunting and 9.5% cases of underweight (n=37). …”
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5257
Energy development in Nigeria and the need for strategic energy efficiency practice scheme for the residential building sector
Published 2015“…To accomplish this task, a review of the main issues of energy efficiency; the current energy situation in Nigeria; and the challenges to implementing energy efficiency in the country was undertaken. Findings: Finally, remedial measures to achieving energy efficiency in the Nigerian households were proffered by the provision of a "strategic scheme" to be accomplished by the government and the housing stakeholders. …”
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Enhancing societal wellbeing, Islamic Transformation Centre and network-of-mosque: a conceptual solution
Published 2015“…To achieve its goals, this program consolidates and synergizes the initiatives of government agencies based on the Whole of Government (WoG) approach. The findings of this paper show that the Mosque can facilitate the development and sustainability of ITC functions that serve the public and citizens better by harnessing the NoM potential and capabilities.…”
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Experimental investigation of ventilation efficiency in a dentistry surgical room
Published 2016“…Regarding effectiveness, the findings reveal that the surgical room ventilation is ineffective with ventilation efficiency values ranging between 0 and 0.5 indicating air distribution short-circuiting. …”
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5260
Attitude and impact changes of hijab wearing among Muslim Malay women in Malaysia
Published 2014“…Out of 796 Malay women surveyed, the results showed that the respondents have a good perception on hijab wearing. The findings also shows that Malay Muslim women in Malaysia have a good attitude towards hijab wearing. …”
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