Patient-physician agreement on function and pain is associated with long-term outcomes in sarcoma: findings from a longitudinal study by Košir, U, van de Wal, D, Husson, O, Zablith, N, Turcotte, RE

“…Results: Data were available for 806 patients (57.7% male, x̄ = 53.3 years) who completed at least one questionnaire. Patient-physician disagreement was common on the level of function (43.4%) and pain (45.7%). …”

Perceived nonwork constraints and withdrawal intention among expatriates during the COVID-19 pandemic: moderating role of resilience and marital status by Hak, Liong Chan, Zawawi, Dahlia, Yen, San Michelle Ng, Pei, Sung Toh

“…Data collected from a sample of 205 expatriates living and working in Malaysia was analyzed using partial least squares structural equation modeling. The results showed the positive and direct effect of perceived nonwork constraints on withdrawal intention (β = .29, p = .30). …”

The influence of Abiotic factors on the occurrence of jackfruit dieback disease by Idris, Nurul Hawani, Mohd Hata, Erneeza, Adnan, Norliza, Teri, Sazlieya Saupi, Osman, Mohamad Jahidi, Md Din, Ami Hassan, Ishak, Mohamad Hafis Izran

“…This paper applied Ordinary Least Square (OLS) and hotspot analysis to understand the occurrence of the disease from the landscape and spatial perspective. …”
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Organizational complexity and audit report lag in GCC economies: the moderating role of audit quality by Khan, Faisal, Abdul-Hamid, Mohamad Ali, Fauzi Saidin, Saidatunur, Hussain, Shatha

“…First, the study uses an ordinary least square estimator to examine the association of firm complexity with ARL. …”
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Cerium oxide for L-band Q-switched pulse laser generation by Mansor, M., Zainol Abidin, N.H., Ng, E.K., Garg, A.K., Liew, J.Y.C., Alresheedi, M.T., Mahdi, M.A.

“…The nanoparticle features defects in its lattice structure, which is highly advantageous for bandgap tuning, and is acclaimed for its least cytotoxicity among other metal oxides. In this work, CeO2 is employed as a saturable absorber (CeO2-SA) in the generation of an L-band Q-switched erbium-doped fiber laser. …”
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Development of a hoisting safety risk framework based on the STAMP theory and PLS-SEM method by Junjia, Yin, Hizami Alias, Aidi, Azam Haron, Nuzul, Abu Bakar, Nabilah

“…In this study, a new risk framework for lifting is constructed by combining the STAMP (Systems-Theoretic Accident Model and Processes) theory and the quantitative analysis capability of the PLS-SEM (Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling) to effectively identify, assess, and manage various potential risks in the lifting construction process. …”
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Improved bacterial foraging optimization algorithm with machine learning-driven short-term electricity load forecasting: a case study in peninsular Malaysia by Zaini, Farah Anishah, Sulaima, Mohamad Fani, Wan Abdul Razak, Intan Azmira, Othman, Mohammad Lutfi, Mokhlis, Hazlie

“…Accurate electricity demand forecasting is crucial for ensuring the sustainability and reliability of power systems. Least square support vector machines (LSSVM) are well suited to handle complex non-linear power load series. …”
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The effect of early age feed restriction on subsequent response to high environmental temperatures in female broiler chickens by Zulkifli, I., Che Norma, M.T., Israf, D.A., Omar, A.R.

“…It is concluded that the F60 regimen is beneficial for alleviating, at least in part, the detrimental effects of heat stress in female broiler chickens.…”
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Application of Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy to determine free fatty acid contents in palm olein by Che Man, Y.B., Setiowaty, G.

“…This set was prepared by spiking increasing amounts of oleic acid into a series of palm oleins that covers a wide range of FFA (0.08-1.04%). A partial least squares (PLS) calibration model for the prediction of FFA contents was developed, based on the spectral range 1728-1662 cm-1. …”
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Furniture form innovation and human–machine comfort evaluation model based on genetic algorithm by Yifan, Bai, Kamarudin, Khairul Manami, Alli, Hassan

“…Using more suitable K-means clustering and the Enhanced Least Squares Support Vector Machine (ELSSVM), this study gives a prediction technique for objectively assessing furniture comfort. …”
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Characterization of the synergistic effect of fungal isolates in suppressing Ganoderma boninense and enhancing oil palm growth by Anuar, Muhammad Salahudin Kheirel, Hashim, Amalia Mohd, Sundram, Shamala, Rahman, Siti Rahmah Abdul, Ho, Chai Ling, Wong, Mui-Yun, Saidi, Noor Baity, Wasoh, Helmi, Yusof, Mohd Termizi

“…Moreover, all isolates were revealed to have at least three plant growth-promoting (PGP) traits and were shown to have phosphoric hydrolase, ester hydrolase, peptide hydrolase, and glycosidase activities which are essential for plant growth. …”

Botanical composition and models of metabolizable energy availability from undergrowth in oil palm plantations for ruminant production by Dahlan, I., Yamada, Y., Mahyuddin, M.D.

“…This type of production system has the advantage of diversifying income and controlling weeds in the plantation. At least fve botanical groups of herbage can be found in oil palm plantations, namely, grasses, broad leaved plants, legumes, ferns and palms. …”
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An efficient secure and energy resilient trust-based system for detection and mitigation of sybil attack detection (SAN) by Hussain, Muhammad Zunnurain, Mohd Hanapi, Zurina, Abdullah, Azizol, Hussin, Masnida, Ninggal, Mohd Izuan Hafez

“…Sybil attacks build a significant security challenge for RPL networks where an attacker can distort at least two hop paths and disrupt network processes. …”
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Do institutional pressures impact voluntary environment information disclosure? by Fan, Jing, Muhamad, Haslinah, Mohd Said, Ridzwana, Daud, Zaidi Mat

“…A cross-sectional quantitative approach was utilized, with data collection occurring between March and May 2024. We employed Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) to investigate the impact of institutional pressures on the voluntary disclosure of environmental information. …”
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Enhancing construction site performance through technology and management practices as material waste mitigation in the Malaysian construction industry by Mohammed Abdullah Abkar, Mahdi, Yunus, Riduan, Gamil, Yaser, Albaom, Mohammed Abdo

“…Data were collected through an online survey from 295 valid responses in the Malaysian construction sector, focusing on professionals involved in solid waste management. Utilizing Partial Least Squares - Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) and Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), the findings highlight the importance of technological integration, efficient material management, and competitive strategies in effective material waste mitigation. …”
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Land fragmentation and rural sustainability in bade local government area, Yobe State, Nigeria. by Saleh, Abba, Majid, Mohammad Rafee, Toyin Jagun, Zainab

“…Simpson Index, Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA), Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA), and Partial Least Square- Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM) was used to analyse the data. …”
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Implementation of integrated rural development concept (IRD) in developing mukim of Sidam Kanan, Kedah, Malaysia. by Mohd. Hanapiah, Taufek, Samsudin, Noor Aimran, Muhammad Farid, Muhammad Farid

“…To ensure the feasibility of the IRD, the development framework proposed at least three potential aspects within five years need to be considered: training, new and existing development and assistance in product marketing.…”
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Genomic insights into Vibrio cholerae O1 responsible for cholera epidemics in Tanzania between 1993 and 2017 by Hounmanou, Yaovi Mahuton Gildas, Leekitcharoenphon, Pimlapas, Kudirkiene, Egle, Mdegela, Robinson H., Hendriksen, Rene S., Olsen, John Elmerdahl, Dalsgaard, Anders

“…The T5 sub-lineage (ctxB3) dominated outbreaks until 1997, followed by the T10 atypical El Tor (ctxB1) up to 2015, which were replaced by the T13 atypical El Tor of the current third wave (ctxB7) causing most cholera outbreaks until 2017 with T13 being phylogenetically related to strains from East African countries, Yemen and Lake Victoria. …”
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Research into the impacts of electronic road pricing and in-vehicle unit on commercial drivers' perception and behaviour by Ang, Shang Le

“…In this project, a total of five locations mainly – Jalan Bahar Heavy Vehicle Park, Jurong East Heavy Vehicle Parking, Tradehub 21, Jurong Point Loading and Unloading Area and Midview City at Sin Ming Lane, are chosen for the conduct of the behavioural and perception survey. …”
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Expert system for real time optimization of solid waste management in Malaysia by Abu Samah, Mohd Armi

“…Malaysia being one the developing countries in South East Asia also faces the same problem due to the lack of comprehensive data and public awareness towards this issue. …”
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