Institution
Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia
Recent research
- Materials & EnergyOpen access
Abstract Thermochromic polymers have had significant development over the years through consistent research. Specifically, polymers that involve an embedded ternary thermochromic compound, which consists of a dye, color developer, and cosolvent, have garnered a lot of attention f...
- Climate & EnvironmentOpen access
Brine Pretreatment Improves Ion-Exchange Resin Regeneration with Associated Physicochemical Changes
Abstract Regeneration efficiency governs the long-term performance and sustainability of ion-exchange processes, yet resin fouling and limited accessibility of exchange sites can restrict regeneration effectiveness and ion transport. This study investigates controlled brine pretr...
- Materials & EnergyOpen access
Abstract Kapok is a lightweight hollow tropical fiber with potential as a renewable feedstock, but its waxy surface and lignin-containing matrix complicate aqueous processing. This study evaluated whether limited-data machine learning could predict kapok fiber composition after a...
- Engineering & Technology
Purpose This study aims to use experimental, numerical and statistical methods to investigate Sn–Bi/SAC hybrid solder joints. Three solder paste compositions (Sn42Bi58, Sn42Bi57.6Ag0.4 and Sn64Bi35Ag1), stencil thicknesses, (0.08, 0.10 and 0.12 mm) and reflow temperatures (170 °C...
- Engineering & TechnologyOpen access
Abstract Algae-derived lipids are promising renewable feedstocks for biodiesel production. However, efficient conversion requires optimization of transesterification conditions to maximize biodiesel yield. This study aimed to optimize biodiesel production from Ulva lactuca lipids...
- Materials & EnergyOpen access
This work reports new liquid crystal dimers containing an alkoxy spacer that connects 1,4-disubstituted triazole-bent core with a rod-like esterified biphenyl mesogenic core and a Schiff base with terminal cyanobiphenyl group. The structures of these dimers were elucidated using...
- Engineering & TechnologyOpen access
Fluoride-reinforced 50S8P sol–gel bioactive glass for potential enamel remineralisation
Abstract Bioactive glasses (BGs) are widely used in various fields of dentistry, and reinforcing these BGs with fluoride is of particular interest for the remineralisation of dental hard tissue. In this study, fluoride-reinforced 50S8P BGs (BGF and mBGF) were prepared using the s...
- Health & MedicineOpen access
Advances in genetic science expand diagnostic possibilities while raising complex ethical questions regarding scientific authority and moral legitimacy. In Muslim societies, genetic decision-making may require individuals and stakeholders to navigate medical advice and religious...
- Health & MedicineOpen access
Abstract Hospital length of stay (LOS) is a critical indicator of healthcare efficiency and resource allocation. While predictive modelling has escalated globally, there is a notable sparsity of literature utilising large-scale, real-world data from the Malaysian public health fr...
- BiologyOpen access
Cross-Regional Visual Reconfigurations in Contemporary Chinese Zhong Kui New Year Prints
Zhong Kui, as a deity with strong symbolic significance in traditional Chinese visual culture, continues to be reconstructed within the contemporary folk New Year print system, presenting diverse visual variations across regions. Existing studies have mostly focused on tracing th...
- BiologyOpen access
Cross-Regional Visual Reconfigurations in Contemporary Chinese Zhong Kui New Year Prints
Zhong Kui, as a deity with strong symbolic significance in traditional Chinese visual culture, continues to be reconstructed within the contemporary folk New Year print system, presenting diverse visual variations across regions. Existing studies have mostly focused on tracing th...
- Society & Economics
Understanding the persistence of gasoline residues on porous substrates is fundamental to arson investigations, which may provide critical evidence of malicious intent through the identification of ignitable liquid residues (ILRs). In forensic practice, delays between fire suppre...
- Health & Medicine
Background/Aims: : Chronic constipation is a common gastrointestinal (GI) disorder in Asia, characterized by heterogeneous symptom presentation, frequent overlap with other GI symptoms, and limited access to specialized diagnostic tests in many settings. These factors contribute...
- Health & MedicineOpen access
PURPOSE: To evaluate whether common bowel-related CT signs alone can reliably identify irreversible bowel injury in acute mesenteric ischemia (AMI) and to develop a radiological score to enhance reporting and assist clinical decision-making. METHODS: This ancillary analysis of th...
- AI & Computing
Exploring the impact of robot-based services on hotel brand image among senior consumers
Robot has introduced new opportunities for enhancing hotel brand image, yet few studies on hotel robots have focused on senior consumers. Drawing on the Information Systems Success (ISS) model, this study examines the impact of information quality, system quality, and service qua...
- Health & MedicineOpen access
The Role of Thalassaemic Red Cells in the Mechanism Process of Hypercoagulable State in Thalassaemia
Background: Thromboembolic events (TEEs) are recognized complications in thalassaemia, arising from a hypercoagulable state driven by multiple proposed mechanisms. These concerns have prompted numerous investigations to better understand the underlying prothrombotic pathways. Thi...
- Health & MedicineOpen access
Background Toxoplasmosis, rubella, cytomegalovirus, herpes simplex, and syphilis (TORCH) infections in infants and pregnant women are a cause for concern. However, the true prevalence of the infections among these populations in Malaysia is unknown. Methodology This study represe...
- Health & MedicineOpen access
Dietary patterns, not medical adherence, make it dif8icult to reduce salt in the population. This is due to the complex structure of the house. Hypertensive residents living in communities in Sabah, Malaysia, have dif8iculty adhering to a low-salt diet due to factors such as fami...
- Health & MedicineOpen access
Reliable INR monitoring is crucial for patients on warfarin to prevent thrombotic or bleeding events. This study evaluated the accuracy of the Wondfo POCT device compared to standard laboratory methods (Stago STA-R Max3 and ACL TOP 300) in a primary healthcare setting. The goal w...
- Health & MedicineOpen access
Abstract Background: Aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage (aSAH) is a critical neurologic emergency with high mortality and disability. Prompt aneurysm securing is essential to reduce the risk of rebleeding, yet the optimal timing of endovascular coiling remains debated—especially...