Universiti Teknologi MARA

Band-engineered heterostructure photocatalytic micromotors for autonomous water remediation

Photocatalytic micromotors (PCMs) are self-propelled micro- or nanoparticles that couple light-driven surface redox chemistry to motion for pollutant degradation. PCMs have emerged as active platforms for water remediation because they combine pollutant degradation with self-prop...

Gaussian process surrogate modelling and multi-objective optimization for energy-efficient CO2 capture using functionalized oil palm ash

Agricultural waste-derived adsorbents offer a sustainable approach for carbon capture while supporting biomass valorization. However, identifying operating conditions that simultaneously maximize CO 2 adsorption and minimize energy consumption remains challenging because adsorpti...

A literature-derived database and machine learning-assisted analysis of compressive strength retention in biochar-modified cementitious composites

Biochar has attracted growing interest as a carbon-rich additive or partial cement replacement in cementitious composites, but published data remain fragmented across feedstocks, processing conditions, mixture designs and material types. This study compiled a structured database...

Machine Vision‐Based Morphological Benchmarking and Extrusion Optimization of Analog Rice: A Digital Image Analysis Framework for Agricultural Grain Quality Evaluation

ABSTRACT The appearance of analog rice strongly influences product acceptance. This study developed a low‐cost Python machine‐vision workflow to characterize, benchmark, and optimize the morphology of extruded analog rice. A total of 420 grains were analyzed using 10 dimensional,...

Navigating open educational resources: insights into the practices and current landscape of Malaysian academic libraries

Purpose This study aims to explore how Malaysian academic libraries are engaging with open educational resources (OER), focusing on their current practices and limitations. Design/methodology/approach A qualitative research design was used, guided by the CARE principles: contribu...

Integrated reporting in voluntary setting and its impact on tax avoidance: does audit committee effectiveness play a role?

Purpose The purpose of this study is to investigate the relationship between integrated reporting (IR) and tax avoidance with the interaction effect of audit committee effectiveness (ACEF) as moderating factors. Design/methodology/approach Using a data set of 373 non-financial li...

Individual and participatory ergonomics for dental professionals: a systematic review of randomized controlled trials

Objective Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WR-MSDs) are a major occupational hazard among dental professionals, contributing to disability, absenteeism, and workforce attrition. This systematic review synthesized randomized controlled trial (RCT) evidence on ergonomic inte...

Optimisation of a polyvinyl alcohol–silver nitrate color dosimeter for 3D dose measurement in clinical radiotherapy

This study aims to optimize a polyvinyl alcohol–silver nitrate (PVA/AgNO 3 ) color dosimeter for potential application in three-dimensional (3D) dose verification in clinical radiotherapy. Formulations comprising varying concentrations of PVA (70%, 80%, 90%) and silver nitrate (1...

Green Logistics Adoption in Malaysia: Drivers, Barriers, and Pathways to Sustainable Performance

ABSTRACT Evidence on how green drivers, barriers, and logistics practices shape sustainable performance remains mixed across industries and institutional contexts. As organizations face growing expectations to fulfill their environmental responsibilities, understanding how logist...

Posterior Tracheal Wall Dysfunction in Excessive Dynamic Airway Collapse: Reviewing the Role of the Posterior Membranous Wall

Poster presentation at the 9th International Conference on Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (ICMBB) 2026, “Transdisciplinary Innovation: Advancing Science through Responsible Use of AI for Human and Planetary Well-being”July 14–16, 2026, UCSI University in Kuala Lumpur, Malays...

Tertiary Students’ Perceptions of an ESL Writing Course Using a Reflective Critical Approach

This study explores tertiary students’ perceptions of the effectiveness of an ESL Academic Writing course that employs a reflective critical approach in its instruction. The course aims to improve students’ academic writing skills by promoting self-awareness, critical thinking, a...

Empirical validation of a BEP-driven value engineering framework for enhancing design performance and project value

Purpose This study aims to address the strategic gap in Building Information Modeling (BIM) implementation by developing and empirically validating a novel, process-based framework (BEP-V) that embeds Value Engineering (VE) directly into the BIM Execution Plan. Design/methodology...

Geopolitical risk and renewable energy consumption: distributional patterns, innovation, and energy-exporter heterogeneity

Purpose This paper aims to examine how the relationship between geopolitical risk and renewable energy consumption varies across the conditional distribution. It also assesses renewable-energy innovation as a partial channel and energy-exporter status as a moderator. Design/metho...

Minimal-preprocessing paradigm for robust COVID-19 detection from cough audio using deep learning

Abstract The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the need for rapid, accessible, and non-invasive screening tools to complement conventional diagnostic methods. While audio-based analysis of cough signals has emerged as a promising approach, most existing studies rely on complex pr...

GIS-Based Walking Map Isochrones in Measuring Transit Catchment: A Spatial Approach to Urban Accessibility

Abstract. Transit accessibility is an important element of sustainable urban mobility and is often assessed in transit-oriented development (TOD) design using fixed-distance radial buffers. These methods however tend to oversimplify real-world accessibility by assuming straight-l...

Low‐temperature epoxidation of hybrid rice bran oil and oleic acid using natural zeolite catalyst

Abstract This study investigates the low‐temperature epoxidation of a hybrid rice bran oil–oleic acid system using natural zeolite as a heterogeneous catalyst. The reaction was performed within the temperature range of 30–60°C, and its performance was evaluated based on relative...

Application of SUMO in Simulation of Optimized Traffic Light Timing derived using Artificial Neural Network and GIS

Abstract. One of the common issues in urban cities is traffic congestion especially at signalized intersection which may be caused by static and inefficient traffic light timings. The long waiting times at the traffic light led to significant amount of time loss, higher car emiss...

A qualitative study on feeding experiences among caregivers of children with cerebral palsy requiring food texture modification

Background and purpose Children with cerebral palsy often experience feeding difficulties that require food texture modification and are highly dependent on their caregivers, which commonly lead to malnutrition. This study aimed to explore caregiver's current practices, perceptio...

Liquidity Power or Liquidity Trap? Governance, Institutional Quality, and the Value of Corporate Cash Holdings

Corporate cash holdings provide firms with financial flexibility, yet their economic value depends on the conditions under which liquidity is accumulated and deployed. This study examines how financial risk, corporate governance, and institutional quality jointly shape corporate...

Can leaders’ and teams’ expectations encourage creative performance? A multilevel mediation study

To cultivate creative graduates capable of adaptability and critical thinking, understanding how social contexts shape creative performance is essential. However, limited empirical research addresses how expectations from multiple social levels simultaneously drive creative outco...