The natural product molecule 2,4,6-trihydroxy-3-geranyl-acetophenone (tHGA) isolated from the medicinal plant Melicope ptelefolia was shown to exhibit potent lipoxygenase (LOX) inhibitory activity. It is known that LOX plays an important role in inflammatory response as it catalyzes the oxidation of unsaturated fatty acids, such as linoleic acid to

Cognitive Radio (CR) is a new paradigm which offers a viable solution to deal with the spectrum shortage problem and enhance the spectrum utilization. In Cognitive Radio Ad Hoc Networks (CRAHNs), data routing is one of the most challenging tasks due to frequent topology changes and intermittent connectivity caused by the activity of Primary Users (

Cognitive Radio (CR) has been recently proposed as a promising technology to remedy the problems of spectrum scarcity and spectrum underutilization by enabling unlicensed users to opportunistically utilize temporally unused licensed spectrums in a cautious manner. In Cognitive Radio Ad Hoc Networks (CRAHNs), data routing is one of the most challeng

Studies have shown that most Malay learners of Arabic language exhibit weak performance in speaking Arabic despite spending years of learning the language. Among the causes of the problem are traditional methods like reading, translation, and memorization that are popularly used in the teaching and learning of Arabic language. Since Arabic language

The extent to which gender and cultural background interact to influence self-deception was investigated. Four African (Male = 2; Female = 2) and four Malaysian university students (Male = 2; Female = 2) were instructed to submerge their arms and hands in cold water before and after physical exercise. Depending on experimental condition, participan

Malaysia has extended their dental workforce in order to meet the growing populations, oral health needs and demands. Given this, it is vital to explore the view of students in order to inform workforce planning in Malaysia. Objectives To explore students’ motivation to study dentistry as a professional career and whether it varies by students’

During the last three decades ‘relationship marketing’ has become more popular in the field of marketing. This marketing approach highlights the need of a company or business entity to maintain longterm relationships with customers. In the 1980s, the relationship marketing strategy was widely accepted as a new marketing paradigm as many compani

This study examines the feasibility and the practicality of establishing the family courts in Malaysia within the existing legal system that practices dual jurisdiction when dealing with family law matters. The emphasis is made on the system of administration, facilities as well as family adjudication system where mediation, counseling and arbitrat

Malaysia has extended their dental workforce in order to meet the growth of population; poor oral health status; and oral health need and demand. Given this, it is vital to explore the view of students on this issue. The specific objective for this study is to explore the motivation of dental students in selection of dentistry as a professional car

Obesity in adolescents is a significant problem which is associated with co-morbidities in adulthood. Other than unhealthy diet, sedentary lifestyle, and spending more time on screen are among the causes contributing to obesity. The internet may be an effective means of reaching adolescents in promoting them to increase exercise and improve nutriti