Structural basis for the ligand-dependent activation of heterodimeric AHR-ARNT complex by Diao, X, Shang, Q, Guo, M, Huang, Y, Zhang, M, Chen, X, Liang, Y, Sun, X, Zhou, F, Zhuang, J, Liu, S, Vogel, CFA, Rastinejad, F, Wu, D

“…AHR’s PAS-B domain utilizes eight conserved residues whose dynamic rearrangements account for the ability to bind to ligands through hydrophobic and π-π interactions. Our findings further reveal the structural underpinnings of a ligand-driven activation mechanism, whereby a segment of the AHR protein undergoes a structural transition from chaperone engagement to ARNT heterodimer stabilization, to generate the transcriptionally competent assembly. …”

Tracking people by learning their appearance by Ramanan, D, Forsyth, DA, Zisserman, A

“…This problem is difficult because one needs to determine both the number of people in each frame and estimate their configurations. But, finding people and localizing their limbs is hard because people can move fast and unpredictably, can appear in a variety of poses and clothes, and are often surrounded by limb-like clutter. …”

Animal social networks are robust to changing association definitions by Chan, AHH, Dunning, J, Beck, KB, Burke, T, Chik, HYJ, Dunleavy, D, Evans, T, Ferreira, A, Fourie, B, Griffith, SC, Hillemann, F, Schroeder, J

“…We found that networks constructed using different methods but applying similar, ecologically relevant definitions of associations based on individuals’ spatio-temporal co-occurrence, showed similar characteristics. Our findings suggest that the different methods to construct animal social networks are comparable, but result in subtle differences driven by species biology and feeder design. …”

Radio Malaysia in 1978: broadcasting nationalist and patriotic ideas in primary schools through songs by Chai, Ming Yan, Shazlin Amir Hamzah

“…Through a thematic content analysis of the songs featured in the Radio Pendidikan 1978 program, the objective of this article aims to explore how the underlying themes of nationalism and patriotism were reflected in these musical compositions. The findings contribute to the understanding of the intersection between music, education, and nation-building; implicating the powerful influence of patriotic songs in uniting a diverse population and fostering a strong sense of national pride.…”
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Knowledge mapping and trend analysis of disaster mitigation research in the Sulawesi Islands of Indonesia: a bibliometric study using VOSviewer by Muhammad Ahsan Samad, Kadir Arifin, Azlan Abas, Tiwi Eka Sari

“…Data includes articles published between 2019 and 2024, with strict inclusion criteria to ensure relevance to disaster mitigation in Sulawesi. Research findings show that the four main types of disasters are floods, landslides, volcanic eruptions and tsunamis. disaster mitigation in Sulawesi. …”
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Factors influencing Malays as a second language learning in essay writing: a case study of Iban ethnic students in Sarawak, Malaysia by Edmund Austrus, Zamri Mahamod, Norhafizah Adnan

“…The data were analysed thematically using Nvivo 12 software. The findings identified three main factors: (i) mother tongue factors influence, (ii) linguistic environment factors influence, and (iii) psychological factors influence. …”
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Canvas of culture: public art’s role in reinvigorating Pekan Parit by Muhamad Ferdhaus Sazali, Nur Ayunni Che Ahmad, Hasnizam Ab’dul Hamid, Mohamad Azal Fikri Ali

“…We employed a mixed-methods design to collect data from 103 respondents through surveys, evaluating community attitudes towards public art and its role in fostering a cohesive community and boosting tourism. Key findings reveal that public art not only enhances Pekan Parit’s aesthetic appeal but also significantly influences both residents and visitors. …”
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Bisexual identity concealment for marital harmony: cultural and religious pressures in Malaysia by Mohd Rafizey Dalin, Nur Hafizah Yusoff, Azlina Abdullah

“…The data were analyzed through thematic analysis. The findings reveal that societal expectations, fear of divorce, and family reputation are key factors influencing their decision to hide their sexual orientation. …”
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Characteristics of board and shariah board on risk-taking and performance: evidence from Takaful operators in Malaysia by Ainulashikin Marzuki, Nurul Nazlia Jamil, Muhamad Azhari Wahid, Wan Amalina Wan Abdullah

“…The study analyse data from 15 TOs from 2012 to 2021, resulting in a total of 124 firm-years of observations using panel data regression techniques. The key findings are a higher proportion of women on BOD leads to less risk-taking, while larger SB with more PhD members encourage it. …”
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Food insecurity and coping strategies index among low-income households in Klang Valley, Malaysia by Ahmad Azuddin, Ainatul Husna, Ramli, Nurul Nadia, Shamsudin, Mad Nasir, Buda, Mark

“…Four dimensions namely; dietary change, shortterm measures to increase household food availability, short-term measures to reduce the number of people to feed, and rationing strategies were use to establish the Coping Strategies Index (CSI). The findings of this study suggested that 11.36%, 43.21%, 38.75% and 6.68% of the respondents were using low, mildly, moderately and severely coping strategies, respectively. …”
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Equivalence in translation: balancing act between source and target cultures in Dream of the Red Chamber by Tian, Dandan, Abdullah, Muhammad Alif Redzuan, Wong, Ling Yann

“…The research methodology includes a comparative analysis of selected passages from the original text and their counterparts in multiple English translations, assessing how different translators have approached key cultural and linguistic elements. Findings reveal that achieving equivalence in translation extends beyond literal word-for-word translation; it encompasses a deeper understanding and interpretation of the source culture’s socio-cultural and historical intricacies. …”
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Implementation of metacognitive reading strategies to improve English reading ability: a systematic review by Kan, Tang, Noordin, Nooreen, Ismail, Lilliati

“…By using certain search keywords, a total of 20 articles concerning the implementation of metacognitive reading strategies for improving English reading comprehension ability were identified from databases that included Scopus, Science Direct, Web of Science, Academic Search Complete, and the Education Resources Information Center. The synthesis of findings indicate a prevalent use of the Metacognitive Awareness of Reading Strategies Inventory and its revised editions, along with a notable emphasis on problem-solving strategies. …”
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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

“…Questionnaires were used to obtain responses from 405 participants via convenience sampling at the entrance point of the proposed new MPA in Umbai. Findings of this study indicated a generally positive perception of the proposed marine park. …”

Evaluation of drilling by induced delamination of hybrid biocomposites reinforced with natural fibers: a statistical analysis by RSM by Elhadi, Abdelmalek, Amroune, Salah, Slamani, Mohamed, Jawaid, Mohammad, Koklu, Ugur, Bidi, Tarek

“…Response Surface Methodology (RSM) was used to select drilling settings by validating experimentally obtained data and predicting the behavior of the structure based on cutting circumstances. The findings indicated that the most effective cutting parameters for minimizing delamination are achieved using the HSS drill bit, namely at lower feed and rotational speeds. …”

Factors influencing college students’ learning intention to online teaching videos during the pandemic in China by Hao, Yinhua, Zeng, Xiangmin, Yasin, Megat Al Imran, Boon Sim, Ng

“…It is expected that the findings will provide references for studies on online teaching resources and online learning.…”
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A study of staff pre-evacuation behaviors in a Malaysian hotel by Noumeur, Abdelmoutaleb, Lovreglio, Ruggiero, Md Said, Mohamad Syazarudin, Mohd Tohir, Mohd Zahirasri, Baharudin, Mohd Rafee, Mohamed Yusoff, Hamdan

“…The study categorizes theactions performed by the hotel staff into sequences and analyses them based oninfluencing factors. The findings indicate that instead of immediately evacuating inresponse to emergency notification, the hotel staff engage in various actions. …”
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Fintech renaissance: powering efficiency in Asian banking through country competitiveness by Chowdhury, Mozaffar Alam, Ni, Soh Wei, Abdul Rahim, Norhuda, Johari, Jalila

“…The validated data satisfied the criteria for stationary, serial autocorrelation, heteroscedasticity, homogeneity, and multicollinearity. The findings show that Fintech significantly improves bank efficiency with the mediating effect of country competitiveness. …”
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Is AI better than humans? unveiling the boundary conditions under which virtual influencers outperform human influencers in endorsing sustainable products by Yan, Xu, Huam, Hon Tat, Sade, Abu Bakar

“…Through two studies (N = 1097), we investigate the impact of influencer type, advertising appeals, and product involvement on consumer purchase intentions and brand attitudes. Our findings reveal that, in low-involvement product scenarios with emotional appeals, HIs are more effective, while in high-involvement product scenarios featuring rational appeals, VIs exhibit superior effectiveness. …”
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Corporate governance and capital structure decisions: moderating role of inside ownership by Chowdhury, Suman Paul, Ahmed, Riyashad, Debnath, Nitai Chandra, Ali, Nafisa, Bhowmik, Roni

“…This result is consistent with the existing theory and previous findings. After the introduction of corporate governance guidelines, the inside owners’ effect on board size and board independence became substantial, indicating that corporate governance guidelines with the moderating role of inside ownership play a significant role in capital structure decisions in Bangladeshi listed firms.…”
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An empirical study of auditors’ efforts, audit technology and impact on tax auditors’ performance by Ahmad, Mohmad Hazar, Mustapha, Mazlina, Yusri, Yusniyati, Kharuddin, Saira

“…This study provides valuable insights for policymakers by identifying key factors that influence audit effectiveness and the performance of tax auditors. These findings can inform the development of targeted policies aimed at enhancing tax compliance and strengthening regulatory frameworks. …”
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