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Prophylactic Effects of Nigella Sativa Extract and Thymoquinone Against cyclophosphamide-Induced Sperm Head Abnormalities and Chromatin Instability in Mice
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Genetic stability in male fertility is indicated by DNA integrity of sperm. Cyclophosphamide is cytotoxic to germ cells of the testes causing DNA breakage, azoospermia and infertility. This study focuses on effectiveness of Nigella sativa and thymoquinone in lowering chemotherapeutic-associated toxicity of cyclophosphamide on sperm head and chromat

Managing the Impact of International Financial Reporting Standards on Audit and non-Audit Fees: Some Empirical Findings and Ethical Discussions
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The aim of this study is to examine the association between IFRS adoption (in the context of Malaysia, MASB aligns its standards substantially with the IFRS requirements and called the standards as MFRS) and audit and non-audit fees paid to external auditors in Malaysia. The sample companies are 166 companies listed on Bursa Malaysia for the financ

Iprocure or Shariah Compliant Procurement Framework for Wakaf and Zakat Funded Buildings and Infrastructure Works
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The paper reports on a study to develop a proposed Shariah compliant construction procurement framework or hereinafter referred to as iProcure. The idea for the study was prompted when it was realized that there is a dichotomy in the way in which construction related business transactions are being conducted. On the one hand tools for and the use o

Identifying the Challenges Faced by Working Single Mothers in Kuala Lumpur: the Reasons for their non-Participation in Assistance Programmes
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This paper reports the findings of a research, which studies the challenges faced by working single mothers; and the reasons for their non-participation in financial assistance programmes. Four working single mothers ranged in age from 40 to 67 were interviewed to gather in-depth information on the challenges and reasons. Their challenges include f

The Potential of Standardized quassinoid-Rich Extract of Eurycoma Longifolia in the Regulation of the Oestrous Cycle of Rats
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Objective: To evaluate the effects of Eurycoma longifolia (E. longifolia) standardized extract on the oestrous cycle, levels of reproductive hormones and histology of the ovaries of Sprague-Dawley rats. Methods: Female rats were orally treated with E. longifolia standardized extract at the dose levels of 2.5, 5.0, 10.0, 25.0, 50.0 and 100.0 mg/kg o

Study of Hepatitis C Virus Infection at a Tertiary Hospital: Genotyping, Risk Factors and Comorbidities
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Introduction: Hepatitis C virus (HCV) genotyping is very important for the clinical management of HCV-infected patients. The aim of this study was to determine the genotypes of HCV-infected patients and to identify their risk factors and comorbidities. Materials and Methods: This was an observational, cross sectional study in which forty (40) HCV-i

Substantiating the Roles of Higher Education System in Malaysia: Identifying Issues and Charting the Way Forward
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Education is one of the key factors for national transformation and advancement. Higher education (HE) stands as an important sector in any country including Malaysia, which roles range from workforce supplier to knowledge and innovation centers. During the early days of HE, focus has been given to producing knowledgeable workforce but over time, t

Bioactive Compounds and Extraction Techniques
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Bioactive compounds can be categorised according to their pharmacological activity, but the way of classification is complicated because of the dissimilarities between chemically interrelated compounds and the similarities between different molecules. Selection of an appropriate extraction process is a pivotal step because it influences the charact

Facebook and its Uses and Gratifications: a Study of Palestinian Students at a Public University in Malaysia
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This study explores the uses and gratifications theory on the use of Facebook among Palestinian students at a public university in Malaysia. The theory posits that individuals actively choose media channels or media content to satisfy their needs. In-depth interviews were conducted among 12 heavy users of facebook. These participants comprise Pales

Antimicrobial, Anticancer, and Antioxidant Compounds from Premna Resinosa Growing in Saudi Arabia
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CONTEXT: Premna resinosa (Hochst.) Schauer (Lamiaceae) is used in many places to treat bronchitis, respiratory illness and convulsions of the rib cage. OBJECTIVE: This study evaluates the anticancer, antimicrobial and antioxidant activities of P. resinosa, and isolates some responsible constituents. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The methanol extract of P.

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