Factor analysis: Investigating important aspects for agile adoption in Malaysia by Asnawi, Ani Liza, Gravell, Andrew M., Wills, Gary B.

“…While we believe that these findings are particularly important from the Malaysian perspective, however, they also help add to the body of evidence in the field of software engineering and software process particularly in terms of Agile methods adoption. …”
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Gender, ethnic and age diversity and performance of large Malaysian firms (Kepelbagaian jantina, kumpulan etnik, dan umur dalam lembaga pengarah firma besar di Malaysia dan prestas... by Abdullah , Shamsul Nahar

“…Ethnic diversity, on the other hand, is found to be positively associated with ROA. Hence, findings on the effect of board diversity and firm performance are mixed. …”
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Factors influencing auditor independence: Malaysian loan officers’ perceptions by Abu Bakar, Nur Barizah, Abdul Rahman , Abdul Rahim, Abdul Rashid, Hafiz Majdi

“…Design/methodology/approach – The study examines the perceptions of commercial loan officers in Malaysian-owned commercial banks and a total of 86 officers responded to the self-administered questionnaire. Findings – Results indicate that smaller audit firms, audit firms operating in a higher level of competitive environments, audit firms serving a given client over a longer duration, larger size of audit fees, audit firms providing managerial advisory services, and, the non-existence of an audit committee, are perceived as having a higher risk of losing independence. …”
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Reactive oxygen species and aldehyde dehydrogenase activity in Hodgkin lymphoma cells by Ikeda, Jun-ichiro, Mamat, Suhana, Tian, Tian, Wang, Yi, Luo, Wenjuan, Rahadiani, Nur, Aozasa, Katsuyuki, Morii, Eiichi

“…The number of cells in a quiescent state was significantly greater in ROS-low than in ROS-high cells, whereas that of ALDH-high and ALDH-low cells was comparable to each other. These findings show that ALDH-high and ROS-low cells share CIC-like potential, but they differ in their cell cycle status, suggesting that CICs are comprised of cells with heterogeneous characteristics.…”
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Antiarthritic effects of water extraction of Centella asiatica L. leaves on adjuvant-induced arthritis in rats by Hashim, Ridzwan, Md Radai, Wan Syahirah, Althunibat, Osama Yousef, Zulkipli, Farah Hanis

“…Similar results were observed using steroidal anti-inflammatory agent, dexamethasone (1 mg/kg b.w. i.p). Thus, the findings suggests that the water extract of leaves C. asiatica exerted an antiarthritic activity.…”
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Heavy metal contents in highway runoff in Malaysia by Al-Mamun, Abdullah, Salleh, Md. Noor, Muyibi, Suleyman Aremu, Zainudin, Zaki, Idris, Azni

“…This study reports the initial findings on the common metallic pollutants, namely Lead (Pb), Zinc (Zn) Copper (Cu), Nickel (Ni), Cadmium (Cd), Chromium (Cr) from the selected highways in Malaysia. …”
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Phase behaviour of manganese-doped biphasic calcium phosphate ceramics synthesized via sol-gel method by Ahmad Nawawi, Natasha, Sopyan, Iis, Ramesh, Singh, Afzeri, Afzeri

“…This was also accompanied by the enlarging particles at higher calcination temperatures and Mn contents due to fusion of agglomerated particles. These findings have led to the conclusion that Mn has acted as a calcination additive for the BCP powder.…”
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The potential of green technology application in the outdoor built environment by Izumi, Mohamad Azim, Abdul Razak, Nazrul Nizam, Abu Bakar, Aniza

“…This paper is focusing on finding the potential of GT application in the outdoor built environment. …”
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Menopause and chronic periodontitis in females attending Polyclinic, Kulliyyah of Dentistry, IIUM by Zulkeple, Md. Hafizul Taufiq, Zahuri, Muhammad Khairulanwar, Ridzuan, Taufik Firdaus, Hilal Abbood Al-Bayati, Lina, Faisal, Ghasak Ghazi, Mustafa Al-Ahmad, Basma Ezzat

“…On the other hand, significant differences were found between both groups in their percentages of sites with (CAL) of 4-6 mm (p=0.013) and number of missing teeth (p=0.028). Conclusions: The findings of the present study suggest that postmenopausal women have more severe periodontal destruction compared to premenopausal. …”
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Criminal liability for breach of fiduciary duty: a case of criminal breach of trust by the personal representative of the deceased’s estate by Halim, Akmal Hidayah, Mohd Noor, Nor Azlina

“…The study adopts the doctrinal analysis by examining the existing primary and secondary materials including statutory provisions as provided the Probate and Administration Act 1959 (Act 97) and the Penal Code (Act 574) , case law and other legal and non-legal literatures relating to the adequacy of the relevant law. The article finds that once the estate has been misappropriated, charging the personal representative and punishing him for criminal breach of trust are inadequate and will not give much benefit to the estate beneficiaries. …”
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STRATA MANAGEMENT IN PENINSULAR MALAYSIA: AN OVERVIEW by Mohamad, Nor Asiah, Sufian, Azlinor, Mohamad, Mazliza

“…The research method used in writing up this paper is the qualitative research in which it analyses the relevant statutes, rules, regulations, books, journals, articles, thesis, seminar papers, electronic materials and various newspaper reports. The findings of the research suggest that irrespective of the newly introduced Strata Management Act 2013 there is a need for more legal improvements in order to create a better regulatory framework for strata management in Malaysia. …”
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Strategic planning and accountability of waqf management in Malaysia by Siraj, Siti Alawiah, Ismail, Yusof

“…The study revealed two major findings. Firstly, SIRCs used strategic planning as planning and control tool. …”
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Reliability of the double-folding potential for fusion cross sections of light systems by Abdul Aziz, Azni, Yusof, Norhasliza, Firihu, Muhammad Zamrun, Abu Kassim, Hasan

“…In the important range of temperatures in stellar evolution, the DFC potential reproduces very satisfactory fitting to the experimental cross section and the S-factor data and gives a consistent prediction of astrophysical reaction rates. This finding indicates that the DFC potential could be used as an alternative potential to study the fusion reactions in the astrophysical interest.…”
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Quantity surveyors in green construction: threats and challenges by Che Haron, Roziha, Mat Rawi, Azya

“…A mixed method of data collection is carried out within Selangor, where questionnaire survey is distributed and several interview sessions are conducted. Finding shows that quantity surveyors are having high environmental awareness and green consciousness, but lower knowledge and understanding in the concept and implementation of green practice. …”
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Attitudinal factors affecting the adoption of internet banking services among small and medium enterprises in Yemen by Al-Fahim, Nabil Hussein, Wan Jusoh, Wan Jamaliah, Adewale, Abideen Adeyemi

“…The hypothetical relationship was examined using structural equation modeling (SEM). The findings of the study indicated that perceived usefulness was the high predictor that influence towards IBSA followed by ease of use and awareness while perceived risk and trust are insignificant and negative effect towards IBSA in Yemen. …”
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The role of Fatwa and Mufti in contemporary Muslim society by Hj Ibrahim, Badruddin, Arifin, Mahamad, Abd Rashid, Siti Zainab

“…It is believed that the findings of the research will provide a clear guideline relating to the role of fatwa and mufti in the contemporary Muslim society which may benefit the fatwa institution in Malaysia in particular and the public at large. …”
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Halal brand awareness influence on consumers’ loyalty towards Islamic banking system by Maulan, Suharni, Omar, Nor Asiah

“…Using survey method, a data of 454 respondents have been analyzed using PLS-SEM. Interestingly, the findings shows that halal brand awareness shows greater influence than brand loyalty on consumers’ loyalty towards Islamic banking system. …”
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'Community of Inquiry' method and ESL Learners' speaking skill by Preece, Abdul Shakour Duncan, Bularafa, Mohammed Waziri

“…Seven sessions, lasting one hour each were video-taped and analyzed using content analysis, focusing upon Fascione's (2006) six critical thinking skills, namely: interpretation, analysis, explanation, evaluation, inference and self-regulation. The findings showed that through cooperation and imitation, five of the six critical thinking skills were practiced by students with the exception of 'self-regulation'. …”
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Meteorological condition and building effects on indoor/outdoor (I/O) air quality in London by Mohd. Aris, Mohd Shukri, Kelly, Frank, Barratt, Benjamin

“…Long-term continuous monitoring of gaseous pollutants is being carried out at adjacent internal and external sampling points at two diverse sites within London in order investigate the transport and chemical transformation of outdoor pollution indoors in both naturally and mechanically ventilated buildings. The findings from this study may potentially be used in the establishment of a London Indoor Air Quality Network The objective of the study was to monitor and analyse indoor/outdoor (I/O) data to assess the effects of meteorology, seasonality and building activity on the transfer of outdoor air pollutants into buildings with extremely diverse locations and use. …”
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Innovative leadership: learning from change management among Malaysian secondary school principals by Othman, Azam, Abd Rahman, Hamidon

“…The analysis of the data revealed most of the Principals did not realise that they were being innovative because they had been using the innovative strategies simply thinking they were finding a solution to their problems. Another common perception among the Principals was that being innovative only involves computers and technology. …”
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