Hyperpigmentation is a skin disorder that occurs widely in the human population in which darkened patches or spots appear on the skin. Cosmetic products containing natural skin lightening agents are regarded as a safe alternative and effective approach to this hyperpigmentation problem. The review paper aims to discuss on some potential plant speci

To evaluate the distribution of Fc gamma receptor IIa (FcγRIIa) gene polymorphism and its possible association with periodontitis in Malay patients. Materials and Methods: Periodontal parameters were recorded in 53 periodontitis and 65 healthy (control) subjects. Samples for genotype analysis were obtained from the buccal cheek mucosa. The FcγRII

Acropora sp. is the second-most abundant among the coral genera in the Kuantan coastal region (KCR) located on the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia. This study investigated the timing of coral spawning of two Acropora species; Acropora cytherea and Acropora clathrata through dissection and histological analyses of coral fragments that were collect

Malaysians lack financial literacy but are generally unaware of the fact. The national level of financial literacy measured in terms of financial knowledge is still low among Malaysians. A survey by the Credit Counselling and Debt management Agency (AKPK) found that 1 out of 3 Malaysians rated themselves as having a low level of confidence about fi

لقد عدّ سعود السنعوسي من أهم الكتّاب العرب في القرن الواحد والعشرين لأنه استطاع أن يعكس في مؤلفاته الأدبية الواقع الاجتماعي والسياسي الذي شهده المجتمع العربي. ويتميز أسلوبه بالجرأة في طرح الق

Takaful has made significant contributions to the Islamic financial market in Malaysia, of which the three leading indicators of economic growth include savings, investment, and income. The Takaful industry has a positive effect on the economic growth and development in Malaysia through healthy savings, proper allocation of assets (investments) and

This paper proposes a robust biometric identification system using compressed electrocardiogram (ECG) signal by varying physiological conditions. The ECG data were obtained by recording a total of 30 healthy subjects where they performed six regular daily activities repeatedly at a sampling frequency of 1000 Hz. Then, the QRS complexes are segmente

The prevalence of maternal postnatal depression (PND) varies from 0% to 60% globally. This wide variety brings up the issue of whether PND is a universal medical condition or whether it is an idea impacted by cultural and social translations, and the labelling of signs and symptoms. The objective of this review was to understand women’s experienc

This study aimed to explore the perception of PND in women and healthcare practitioners (HCPs) in Malaysia using critical realism. This qualitative study was conducted among 33 Malaysian women attending child or postnatal care and 18 healthcare practitioners (HCPs) using face-to-face semi-structured interviews in six selected maternal and child hea

The widespread transmission of the new coronavirus disease COVID-19 has caused great psychological distress across diverse populations in many countries. Antenatal women are at greater risk of emotional instability and vulnerability due to hormonal changes, and multiple maternal roles. This paper aims to determine the common types of psychological