Luvunga scandens (“Mengkurat Jakun”) is one of the medicinal plant that produce triterpenoid compounds. A number of studies have reported that the compounds possess antiproliferative activities against various type of cancer cells. The present study aims for anticancer potential of two triterpenoids derived from L. scandens namely flindissol (c

Differentiated Instruction (DI) is a classroom strategy that helps teachers to cater their teachings to students with different abilities and learning needs. The issue here is whether DI is still relevant in the online teaching and learning amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Thus, the aim of this paper is to explore selected ESL teachers’ practices of

Purpose: The aim of this qualitative paper was to understand the employment needs of young adults with visual disability in Kabul, Afghanistan. Method: The phenomenological approach was employed to obtain rich data based on the participants’ personal experiences. In-depth semi-structured interviews were conducted with 14 adults with visual disabi

Various socio-demographic, political and communication changes, among others, affect the popularity of a political party during the pandemic period. This study will focus on the role of leadership in understanding the ruling party, Perikatan Nasional (PN), within an electoral system that is subject to societal changes. A nationwide face-to-face sur

Identity construction is inevitable no matter where we are. This book draws on how youth construct their identity at different situation, places and time. Thus, the content of the book is applicable to any youth, parents, teachers or academics. The core of the book revolves around how lesson studies are used to exemplify how these youngsters ‘wan

Background: Menopause signifies the beginning of a non-reproductive phase from the reproductive period. Menopausal experiences and symptoms vary across the cultures and countries. It is very imperative to understand how menopause both enriches and challenges women’s lives. Objectives: This study explored the experience of menopause among women re

The Shariah-Compliant healthcare system is an urgent demand for Muslim consumers. It guarantees the pipeline of Shariah-Compliant and Halalan Tayyiban chain from farm to hospital bedside. Therefore, this study focuses on the concept and framework of Muslim-friendly hospital services in Malaysia pertaining to Shariah Compliance. This study conducts

Background: Oral disease in association of pregnancy outcome has been long researched. Most pregnant women perceived that oral disease in pregnancy are expected and considered to be normal. Objective: This study aims to evaluate the knowledge of pregnant women and their practices towards oral disease. Methods: 296 pregnant mothers were recruited fr

Body weight perception differs according to how the individual describe their body figure. Some may underestimate their weight while the other may overestimate it. Wrong body weight perception may lead to various complications. Those who underestimate their body weight may end up with complications such as obesity and obesity related morbidity. Mea

“Oh no, it’s positive! How did this happen? Am I not still nursing my baby?” Aina thought to herself while holding the pregnancy test kit. She is worried as her first baby is only 4 months old. This scenario may have been or may be experienced by mothers who are still nursing their babies. Surely a lot of assumptions will be running through t