The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of different low-level laser therapies (LLLTs) of various wavelengths and energies on normal cultured human melanocytes. Various studies have shown the effects of LLLs on various types of cultured cells. Presently, little is known about the biological effects of LLLTs on melanocytes. Melanocytes

Objective: To assess the efficacy of inhaled ginger aromatherapy on nausea, vomiting and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in chemotherapy breast cancer patients.Design: Single-blind, controlled, randomized cross-over study. Patients received 5-day aromatherapy treatment using either ginger essential oil or fragrance-matched artificial placebo

The main objective of this study is to provide insight into the implementation of Key Perfor- mance Indicators (KPIs) in public sector organisations. Drawing on a case study of a govern ment agency that is responsible for providing training and financial assistance to students and entrepreneurs in Malaysia we suggest that adoption of KPIs can be in

Objectives: Atherosclerosis is a disease process involving the early deposition of lipids in the vessel wall trapped by modified proteoglycans and subsequently a chronic inflammatory process leading to the clinical events. MTX has been chosen to study the potential efficacy of an anti inflammatory agent in preventing atherosclerosis and secondary c

Bread and tea are usually consumed separately, but there may be different food-matrix interactions and changes in starch characteristics when they are combined in bread.This study developed breads (white bread, WF; black tea, BT; beta glucan, bG; beta glucan plus black tea, bGBT) and determined their starch functionalities. Breads were developed us

The Sirah (biography of the Prophet Muhammad) literature in general merely contains narration of historical events related directly or indirectly to the last Prophet (SAW). Allama Shibli Nu„mani‟s work entitled Sirat al-Nabi is an exception to this general trend. This article attempts to highlight AllamahShibli‟s methodology of Sirah writing

Islam presents a comprehensive system of life based on divine guidance. Its dynamism is due its general principles through which solutions for any conceivable situation could be sought. This is in line with the signification of the Quranic verse “we have not neglected in the record a thing...” This necessitate the adoption of an adequate method

The requirements of modern vehicle engine vibration isolation systems have been upgraded from the traditional passive mode to semi-active mode or active mode. With the relative advantages of semi-active mode over active mode and passive mode, the dynamic analysis of the behaviours of elastomers when used in the semi-active mode requires more attent

Rise of interior temperature during daytime for a fully locked and parked car is a problem that needs to be addressed. The main reason for this significant rise in interior temperature is the heat that is trapped inside because of the closed glass window and greenhouse effect. This situation is very uncomfortable to get into the car that is exposed

The enactment of the Islamic Financial Services Act 2013 (IFSA 2013) has marked an exceptional milestone in the development of the domestic Islamic financial services industry. With an initial unprecedented legislation and enviable practices in the industry created over 30 years, Malaysia has yet again pioneered the enabling legislative reforms vit