Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman

On matters of love: exploring consumer reactions to algorithmic vs. human dating recommendation agents

Purpose Drawing on agency theory and implicit theory, this research examines how algorithmic versus matchmaker-provided dating recommendation service influence consumers' consideration of using the recommendation service. Design/methodology/approach This research conducted one pi...

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...

Isolation and Functional Characterization of Heyndrickxia shackletonii and Bacillus subtilis from a Biofertilizer with Strong Antagonistic Activity Against Ganoderma boninense

This study investigated culturable bacteria isolated from the commercial oil palm biofertilizer CRPO for antagonistic activity against Ganoderma boninense and plant growth-promoting traits. Based on 16S rRNA gene sequencing, the isolates were putatively identified as Heyndrickxia...

Generative AI and the human touch: unpacking well-being in SME services

Purpose This study aims to examine how customers perceive and engage with generative artificial intelligence (GenAI)-enabled services provided by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), with a particular focus on value co-creation and well-being outcomes. While prior studies h...

From technology anxiety to trust: factors shaping adoption of AR-based housing rental platforms in Malaysia

Purpose This study investigates factors influencing young tenants' attitudes and behavioural intentions toward augmented reality (AR)-based housing rental platforms in Malaysia. Design/methodology/approach Drawing on technology adoption, PropTech, housing search behaviour and dig...

Effect of N -Methyl-2-pyrrolidone/Dichloromethane Solvent Ratio towards the Retention of Magnesium Sulfate and Ibuprofen by Polylactic Acid Membranes

Abstract Polylactic acid (PLA) membranes are sustainable alternatives to petroleum-based polymers, yet inherent fragility often necessitates leachable additives for mechanical robustness that may contaminate the permeate. Cost-effective PLA 4032D pellets were used in this work to...

Public- and Private-Sector Stakeholders’ Perceptions of Inefficiencies and Blockchain Adoption Potential in Malaysia’s Property Sector

This study examines the potential of blockchain technology to address inefficiencies across Malaysia’s property sector, encompassing governance, regulatory processes, and post-development property management. It compares the perceptions of public- and private-sector stakeholders,...

ABO blood groups and hemorrhagic stroke: no overall association but ethnicity-specific protective effects

Abstract Background The ABO blood group system influences hemostatic factors, including von Willebrand factor and factor VIII, and has been implicated in thrombotic disorders. However, its role in hemorrhagic stroke remains uncertain. Objective To systematically evaluate the asso...

Differentially private and explainable machine learning for vasovagal syncope detection: a feasibility study of homomorphic encryption for secure inference

Vasovagal syncope (VVS) is a common cause of transient loss of consciousness and presents diagnostic challenges. The head-up tilt test (HUTT) is the standard method for diagnosis; however, existing approaches often show limited sensitivity, and adoption of Artificial Intelligence...

Do green innovation and advertising intensity enhance financial performance? Firm-level evidence from the global chemical sector

The transition toward a low-carbon economy has intensified scrutiny on the environmental strategies of carbon-intensive sectors, such as the chemical industry. This paper examines the impact of green innovation on corporate financial performance (CFP), as empirical testing of the...

Long-Term Organic Fertilization Drives Soil Organic Carbon Accumulation in Black Soil Through Microbial Necromass Carbon and CAZyme-Mediated Carbon Turnover

Long-term organic inputs increase soil organic carbon (SOC) in black soil; however, it remains uncertain if straw and manure enhance SOC via separate microbial necromass carbon (MNC) routes. Therefore, a 12-year field experiment was conducted to explore this mechanism. Treatments...

Transition of children with chronic gastrointestinal and liver disease to adult care: A multicentre Asian survey of paediatric gastroenterologists

OBJECTIVES: The rising incidence of chronic gastrointestinal conditions and better survival of children with life-limiting diseases have resulted in the need for continuity of care into adulthood. This study aimed to detail transition practices in paediatric gastroenterology and...

Investigation on the Central Plains cultural identity from the perspective of university students in Henan, China

This study empirically examines Central Plains cultural identity among 429 university students in Henan, China. Using qualitative content analysis with quantitative comparison method to examine three aspects: students’ knowledge of Central Plains culture, the challenges they face...

ICT Infrastructure, Economic Growth and ASEAN Income Heterogeneity: A Panel Analysis

ABSTRACT This study examines the impact of information and communication technology (ICT) infrastructure on ASEAN economies, filling a research gap. It sheds light on ICT infrastructures, including internet usage, retail e‐commerce, fixed and mobile broadband penetration, and con...

Does resident–tourist value co-creation matter in promoting tourists’ environmentally responsible behaviour? The chain mediation role of perceived value and destination identification

Since tourists' environmentally responsible behaviour (ERB) has a profound impact on the overall sustainable development of a tourism destination, this research aims to examine the underlying mechanism between resident–tourist value co-creation (RVC) and ERB of tourists based on...

SOCIETAL AGEING: WHAT IS HAPPENING IN MALAYSIA AND WHAT SHOULD BE DONE

Abstract Malaysia is a rapidly ageing country. Relative to the United Kingdom, its social protection systems are underdeveloped. What is more, its political structure and social practices are different from those of the United Kingdom. Accordingly, the political economy of ageing...

Advanced Membrane Technologies for the Treatment of Industrial Wastewater and Emerging Contaminants: Challenges and Innovations

Industrial wastewater management has become one of the defining environmental challenges of the twenty-first century [...]