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Development of natural-Based Cosmetic Cream Containing Caffeine for the Improvement of Appearance of Cellulite and Slimmimg Effect
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Subject(s): Dissertations, Academic -- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology -- IIUM Summary: Cellulite or lipodystrophy is the result of changes in the subcutaneous adipose tissue which appears irregular and dimply on the surface of skin. This is a major aesthetical concern among women who want to look beautiful. Caffeine has the ability to

Prevention of Fragility Fracture Among Post Menopausal Women : Needs Assessment and the Development of Bone Health Educational Booklet
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Subject(s): Dissertations, Academic -- Kulliyyah of Nursing -- IIUM Summary: Fragility fracture is extremely prevalent in older adults, and is known to have a staggering cost of treatment. Nearly 1 in 3 women, especially Post-Menopausal Women (PMW) over the age of 50, will develop fragility fracture in their lifetime. The management of osteopor

Diversity of Cultivated Bacteria from Pekan Peat Swamp Forest and the Lignocellulosic Biodegradation Potential
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Subject(s): Dissertations, Academic -- Department of Biotechnology -- IIUM Summary: Tropical peat swamp forests were known to provide huge terrestrial carbon storage due to substantial accumulation of organic matter mainly derived from vegetation residues recognized as peat. Previously characterized as non-favourable-microbial habitat due to th

The Effects of Tamarindus Indica Seed Extract as anti-Snake Venom Against Dabola Russeli, Naja Kaouthia and Ophiophagus Hannah in Mice
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Subject(s): Dissertations, Academic -- Kulliyyah of Medicine -- IIUM Summary: Globally, snakebite cases are estimated to be around 5 million annually affecting mainly the residents of poorer counties like Africa and Asia, and in 2009 WHO has categorised it as a 'neglected tropical disease'. Currently the standard treatment for snake en

Minimal Ovarian Hyperstimulation (Moh) and Intrauterine Insemination (Iui) in Subfertility : Analysis of Factors That Favour its Success
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Subject(s): Dissertations, Academic -- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology -- IIUM Summary: A prospective study of couple underwent Minimal Ovarian Hyperstimulation (MOH) and Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) procedure in Hospital Sultanah Nur Zahirah from 1st January 2013 till 30th June 2014. This study accomplished to evaluate the effectiv

anti-Fertility Effect of Fenugreek Seeds Aqueous Extract on Female Rats
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Subject(s): Dissertations, Academic -- Department of Basic Medical Sciences -- IIUM Summary: Anti-fertility agents have been used since long time to prevent pregnancy. Nowadays, Oral Contraceptive Pills are the most common and efficient tool despite their side effects. With the progress in therapeutic sciences, natural components from different

The Mechanistic Role of Active Site Residues in non-Stereospecific Haloacid Dehalogenase E (Dehe) Using Computational Approach
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Subject(s): Dissertations, Academic -- Department of Biotechnology -- IIUM Summary: Dehalogenase E (DehE) is a non-stereospecific haloacid dehalogenase produced by soil bacteria, Rhizobium sp. RC1. This enzyme has been hypothesized to facilitate 'direct attack mechanism' using an activated water molecule for directly attacks the α-carb

The Antidiabetic Properties of Phyllanthus Niruri (Dukung Anak) Extracts in streptozotocin-Induced sprague-Dawley Rats
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Subject(s): Dissertations, Academic -- Department of Biotechnology -- IIUM Summary: Phyllanthus niruri sp. is traditionally consumed by the Malaysian as an alternative for diabetes mellitus (DM) treatment. However, the claims for the scientific findings are scarcely found. The rising statistic number of diabetic patient has been really worrying

Encapsulation of Black Seed Oil in Alginate Beads : Formulation, Characterization, and Stability Evaluation
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Subject(s): Dissertations, Academic -- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology -- IIUM Summary: Taste of medicines has a high number of reports as an administration problem for paediatric medicines. Black seed oil (BSO) is known widely for its medical applications, but children are facing difficulties to take it orally because of its bitter tas

Attitude of Healthcare Professionals Towards People with Disabilities : an Exploratory Study
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Subject(s): Dissertations, Academic -- Department of Pharmacy Practice -- IIUM Summary: Attitude of healthcare professionals gives big influence towards self-esteem of people with disabilities (PWD). The greatest challenges faced by PWD were not being treated with respect, not equipped with suitable equipment, and denied health services. This s

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