Monash University Malaysia

Numerical investigation of nonlinear and chaotic dynamics in an erbium-doped fibre ring laser with low frequency cavity-loss modulation

Fibre lasers operating near threshold exhibit high sensitivity to external perturbation due to their intrinsic nonlinear dynamics. However, the dynamical behaviour under modulation is often accompanied by significant fluctuations in the output. The dynamics and bifurcations of er...

Association of microbial pathways predicted/inferred using 16S and shotgun metagenome with faecal metabolite abundances

The gut microbiome is an essential metabolic organ influencing host health through metabolite production. While metabolite production levels can be directly measured by gas or liquid chromatography, they are commonly inferred from the abundance of metagenomic functional pathways....

Sustainable ethyl levulinate production from oil palm empty fruit bunch: Integrated techno-economic analysis and life cycle assessment

Environmental concerns regarding non-renewable energy sources have driven a critical shift towards sustainable bio-based chemical production methods. Among these, the conversion of oil palm empty fruit bunch (EFB) to ethyl levulinate (EL) offers a low-toxic, biodegradable, high-p...

Multilayer perceptron-assisted multi-objective optimization of an integrated cryogenic biogas upgrading system for simultaneous liquid CO2, hydrogen, power, heating, and cooling production

Using biogas in an integrated multi-generation system is one of the possible solutions for optimizing the utilization of renewable energy, minimizing environmental effects, and enhancing resource efficiency. In the current project, a new multi-product energy setup using biogas is...

DFT-based screening of Cu2ZnSn(Se1-xSx)4 semiconductors for gas adsorption and photocatalytic applications in cement-industry pollutants

In this study, Cu 2 ZnSn(Se 1-x S x ) 4 (CZTSSe) semiconductors are investigated as a composition-dependent first-principles screening platform for pollutant adsorption and photocatalytic-related electronic properties relevant to cement-industry emissions. Density functional theo...

Advances in Cubosome-Based Transdermal Delivery: Structural Design, Manufacturing, and Engineering Strategies

Abstract Cubosomes are third-generation lipidic nanocarriers characterized by bicontinuous cubic liquid-crystalline nanostructures and exceptionally high internal surface areas. These architectures enable the encapsulation of hydrophilic, hydrophobic, and amphiphilic compounds wh...

Challenges of early marriage in Indonesia: exploring the correlation between psychological distress and religiosity with marital satisfaction

This study examined the correlation between psychological distress, religiosity and marital satisfaction among individuals who entered early marriage in Indonesia. Eighty-two participants from five provinces were recruited using systematic random sampling. The ENRICH Marital Sati...

A Sensor-Driven State-Space Framework for PM2.5-Informed Natural Ventilation Opportunities Under Coupled Pollution–Thermal–Humidity Constraints

Abstract Natural ventilation can dilute indoor-generated pollutants, but opening windows can also increase coupling to outdoor fine particulate matter (PM 2.5 ). We developed a sensor-driven screening framework that combines sustained outdoor PM 2.5 with a pragmatic temperature–r...

Suitability of granite stone slurry dust and lime sludge for stabilising compacted black cotton soil

This paper explores the potential of combining industrial wastes, specifically granite stone slurry dust (GSSD) and lime sludge (LS), to stabilise expansive black cotton (BC) soil for engineering applications. Lime is known for its effectiveness in soil stabilisation due to its p...

Emotional intelligence and employee sustainable performance: the moderating role of digital organizational culture among women leaders

Purpose Grounded in the conservation of resources (COR) theory, this study aims to investigate the direct, moderating and mediating relationships between emotional intelligence, digital organizational culture and employee sustainable performance among women leaders in the Malaysi...

Bacterial adaptation to essential oils and their main compounds in food systems: mechanisms related to antibacterial resistance

Essential oils (EOs) are complex mixtures of volatile metabolites with strong biological properties. Their multi-target mechanisms confer rapid bactericidal activity, lowering the likelihood of resistance development compared to antibiotics. This review examines bacterial respons...

Prioritizing key performance indicators for maintenance management in public hospitals: a hybrid SEM–machine learning approach

Purpose Public hospital maintenance operates under growing service pressure, yet existing frameworks often rely on data-intensive systems or broader facility outcomes, offering limited guidance on which maintenance key performance indicators (KPIs) should be prioritized under res...

Current and Future Directions for Responsible Quantum Technologies: A ResQT Community Perspective

Abstract Quantum technologies (QT) are advancing rapidly, promising advancements across a wide spectrum of applications but also raising significant ethical, societal, and geopolitical impacts, including dual-use capabilities, varying levels of access, and impending quantum divid...

The indirect effects of cognitive function in the association between stroke and quality of life among older adults in a rural community: A cross-sectional study

Abstract Purpose We examined whether cognitive function statistically accounted for associations between stroke and quality of life (QOL). Methods A cross-sectional survey included adults aged ≥ 60 years in Segamat, Malaysia. Cognition was assessed using the Identification and In...

Crucial role of telomere maintenance-related genes in survival prediction and subtype identification in colorectal cancer

Abstract Telomere maintenance genes are closely related to colorectal cancer (CRC) development and progression. However, the potential influence of telomere maintenance-related genes (TMRGs) on the prognosis of CRC and their clinical relevance remains insufficiently explored. Uti...

Re‐evaluating the Rise of Anglophone Malaysian Historical Fiction in the Twenty‐First Century

ABSTRACT Since the turn of the century, anglophone Malaysian historical fiction has gained significant global recognition, so much so that it has become the dominant genre. However, notwithstanding this enviable evolution in the country's English‐language literature, it is not wi...

Osteoporosis treatment with biosimilars in Malaysia and Thailand: a budget impact analysis

Abstract Introduction Biologic treatments demonstrate long-term clinical benefits for patients with osteoporosis, but their cost is prohibitive, and access can be limited, particularly in low-income countries. This analysis determined the cost impact of introducing biosimilar den...

Understanding current practice and challenges to the implementation of rehabilitation for people living with dementia: insights from health professionals in Malaysia

PURPOSE: To examine Malaysian health professionals' knowledge, attitudes, confidence, beliefs, and practices regarding dementia rehabilitation, and to identify perceived barriers and enablers. MATERIALS AND METHODS: An online survey assessed dementia knowledge (DKAS), attitudes (...

The Carbon Trap: Fragmentation, Accounting Hegemony, and Justice in Global Carbon Governance

ABSTRACT Carbon accounting is increasingly treated as the technical foundation of global climate action, yet the rules through which emissions are measured, converted, attributed, and disclosed remain fragmented across national inventories, corporate reporting standards, supply‐c...

Comparing mental health and sexual function in dual users of E-cigarettes and conventional cigarettes in Malaysia

Cigarette smoking is associated with adverse mental and sexual health outcomes, yet the effects of dual use of electronic and conventional cigarettes remain unclear, particularly in Southeast Asian populations. This study examined the association between dual nicotine use, mental...