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Islamic Definitions of Selected English Words in an English Dictionary: Students’ Perspectives
Research Output | Dar Al-hikmah Library | IIUM Only

Dictionaries are designed to meet the needs of their users. The presence of dictionaries that address the varieties of English reflects the diversity in language use. The purpose of this study is to investigate Muslim students’ perspectives of the definitions of selected words in an English language dictionary. The study employs a qualitative met

Guided Imagery and Relaxation Audio for Children with Cancer: Development and Evaluation
Research Output | Dar Al-hikmah Library | IIUM Only

The study aims to develop, validate and evaluate a Guided Imagery and Relaxation (GIR) audio in Bahasa Malaysia, serving as one of the coping tools for children with cancer. Based on extensive review, GIR script was developed by a clinical psychologist. Panels of experts including pediatric oncologists and psychiatrists conducted initial assessment

FTIR and Tga Analysis of Biodegradable Poly(Lactic Acid)/treated Kenaf Bast Fibre: Effect of Plasticizers
Research Output | Dar Al-hikmah Library | IIUM Only

A biodegradable composite (PLA/KBF blends) was prepared using melt blending technique in a brabender mixer and characterized with FTIR and TGA analyzer. Five percent of triacetin and glycerol contents were used as plasticizers to plasticise PLA matrix. KBF was treated with 4% NaOH solution, while 30 wt% of fibre loading was used constantly for all

Primary Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Rectum: a Case Report
Research Output | Dar Al-hikmah Library | IIUM Only

Squamous cell carcinoma of the rectum is a very rare malignancy. In the literature, the incidence has been reported as 0.25 to 0.1 per 10000 colorectal carcinomas. Due to its rarity, the treatment and behavior of this tumor have only been discussed in case reports. As a result, several theories regarding their pathogenesis have been proposed. We wi

الأسلوبية في المستويات اللغوية الأربعة لصور المرأة في سورة النساء Stylistics in the Four Linguistic Levels of Images of Women in Surah an-Nisa
Research Output | Dar Al-hikmah Library | IIUM Only

الملخص إن المرأة جزء لا يتجزأ في مجتمعنا، فيعدها نصف المجتمع، وهي التي تشارك الرجل وتساعده وتقف إلى جانبه يدا بيد من أجل مواجهة الشدائد والتحديات في الحياة. كما هي تؤدي دورا مهما وأساسيا لا يست

Exploring Teachers’ Perceptions in Managing Interracial Interactions in a Multicultural Setting: a Case Study of Five Malaysian Secondary Schools in Klang Valley
Research Output | Dar Al-hikmah Library | IIUM Only

The multicultural school environment at the Malaysian national schools presents a number of issues and challenges for the in-service teachers. This study investigated the experiences of 16 teachers in five selected national type schools in Klang Valley. Through a series of semi-structured interviews, responses from the teachers provided insights to

Translation and Validation of Food Insecurity Experience Scale (Fies)
Research Output | Dar Al-hikmah Library | IIUM Only

Introduction: Food insecurity has a complex and multifaceted concept and definition, thus assessing it has been an ongoing challenge for researchers, health practitioners, and policy makers. Previous studies reported inconsistent findings on the prevalence and severity of food insecurity, depending on the measuring tools used. To overcome this limi

Essential Oils from the Leaves of Ocimum Basilicum L., Persicaria Odorata and Coriandrum Sativum L. in Malaysia: Antiurolithic Activity Study Based on Calcium Oxalate Crystallisation
Research Output | Dar Al-hikmah Library | IIUM Only

Calcium oxalate is one of the most common components in urolithiasis. Its treatment includes the use of synthetic drugs, ultrasound and surgery. However, cheaper alternative treatment using herbal medicine with less adverse side effect is preferred. Essential oils from Thai basil (Ocimum bacilicum L.), Vietnamese coriander (Persicaria odorata) and

Enhancement Programmes Conducted by Malaysian Islamic Banks Towards the Implementation of Shariah Compliance
Research Output | Dar Al-hikmah Library | IIUM Only

One of the primary objectives of the Shariah Governance Framework for Islamic Financial Institutions (IFIs) 2010 (SGF 2010) that the Central Bank of Malaysia (Central Bank) has introduced in October 2010 to all IFIs including Islamic banks under the Central Bank jurisdictions is to enhance the role of the Board of Directors (the Board), the Shariah

Effects of multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes (Mwcnts) on the Mechanical and Thermal Properties of Plasticized Polylactic Acid Nanocomposites
Research Output | Dar Al-hikmah Library | IIUM Only

A multi-walled carbon nanotube (MWCNT)/plasticized polylactic acid (PLA) composite was prepared using a two-roll mill set at 170C and 50 rev/min. The material was characterized using dynamic mechanical analyzer (DMA). Characterization works include obtaining mechanical properties, such as tensile and flexural properties of the nanocomposites. Po

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