Objective: To determine ex vivo antimalarial activity and cytotoxicity of endophytic Streptomyces SUK 08 as well as the main core structure fractionated from its crude extract. Methods: The activities of SUK 08 crude extract were evaluated by using the Plasmodium lactate dehydrogenase assay and synchronization test against rodent malaria parasite P

Surfactants have been widely used to facilitate biodegradation of petroleum pollutant; particularly those are being produced by microorganisms which are also known as biosurfactant. Six bacterial isolates from petroleum contaminated sites were found to be potential hydrocarbon degrader candidates based on their ability to grow on minimal media supp

Drug-drug combinations in a single dosage form have become a routine approach to get synergistic effect and improved compliance. However, such combinations usually do not reduce overall side-effects or adverse effects. Here, we attempted fusion between contemporary and natural products aiming to see synergistic effects and reduction in the toxicity

This book evaluates the Najib administration’s US policy with regards to the economy and security for the period between 2009 and 2016. It firstly identifies the external, domestic and idiosyncratic factors that affect Malaysia-US relations during the Najib administration from 2009 to 2016. Then, it identifies the objectives and related strategie

“Actus non facit reum nisi mens sit rea” which means an act does not constitute crime unless done with a guilty mind. A reasonable man is viewed as a moral agent and not simply as an instrument of causing harm. He is regarded as responsible for his actions. Being a responsible agent means that man is capable of reason (right-thinking person); h

The right of self-defense under Islamic law (Shariah) distinguishes between two concepts: private and public defense. In this article, legal and practical manifestations of the contemporary legal issue of private defense in the case of physical assaults made by non-accountable (mukallaf) offenders, such as minors and insane persons are focused. Asi

Population ageing is pervasive, a global phenomenon and has implications for society and the nation. Among them is demand for greater allocation of financial resources for healthcare services to cope with this demographic trend. Therefore, this study was aimed at investigating the determinants of utilisation of healthcare services among the elderly

ABSTRACT Health literacy is a major lever to help individuals assume responsibility for their health. Past studies reported that the problem of health literacy is greatest among the elderly as they utilised more healthcare services and acquire more chronic illness compared to other age group. It is estimated that two-thirds of the elderly are unabl

Codes of Professional conduct have to be viewed positively as a guide in developing relationships with the clients. While it is expedient to have an Act of Parliament that regulates the particular professional discipline, that same regulatory board cannot replace the need for a professional body that can represent completely the interests of its me

In Malaysia, it has been an outrageous phenomenon lately regarding a crime of obstructing public servant in discharge of his public functions. It was actually sad to know that Malaysians are very aggressive in dealings with public servants whereby most of the cases public servants were only discharging their public duties that they are responsible