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Chitosan from Horseshoe Crab – an Alternative Source of Chitosan
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Chitin is a type of polysaccharide that can be found in the exoskeleton of arthropods, including the horseshoe crab. It is widely used in the pharmaceutical industry, together with its derivative, namely chitosan. The use of horseshoe crab as a source of halal chitin and chitosan ensures the pharmaceutical products being produced are able to enhanc

Loss of Add1 Methylation Adds on Blood Pressure in Young Adults
Research Output | Dar Al-hikmah Library | IIUM Only

Objective: To investigate the association between alpha-Adducin (ADD1) methylation and blood pressure in young adults with essential hypertension. Design and method: A total of 160 subjects (80 normotensive and 80 incident hypertensive) aged between 18 to 45 years from Kuantan, Pahang were included in a cross-sectional study by purposive sampling.

The Road to non-Prejudicial and Clean Understanding on Vaccination
Research Output | Dar Al-hikmah Library | IIUM Only

Islam commands preventive measures to ensure the well-being of mankind. Vaccination is a proposed measure as Malaysia is still fighting against the Covid-19 pandemic. Vaccination is an act of honouring one’s own body based on Prophet Muhammad's tradition in Sahih Bukhari that “Your body has a right on you”. Therefore, getting vaccinated i

Contextual Factors Influencing Performance in the New Synchronous Online Assessment Among IIUM Preclinical Medical Students
Research Output | Dar Al-hikmah Library | IIUM Only

This poster was submitted to Putra Innocreative Carnival in Teaching and Learning 2020 that was held virtually from 22-28th October 2020. This presentation won the Bronze Award.The feedback response rate ranged from 63.6 to 88.8%. Student experience and performance is independent ofResidential environment Internet connectivityPrior exposure IIUMMov

See One, do One, Teach One, re-Do One; Collaborative e-Learning for acid-Base Balance Concept Acquisition in Medical School
Research Output | Dar Al-hikmah Library | IIUM Only

Acid-Base Balance (ABB) refers to mechanisms the body uses to maintain the pH. It is one of the important concepts that must be mastered by medical students, especially that the knowledge is applied throughout the medical career. The traditional teaching of ABB involves a 2-hours lecture and 1-hour tutorial slot. However, ensuring effective deliver

Whole Genome Sequencing Analysis of Salmonella Enterica Serovar Typhi: History and Current Approaches
Research Output | Dar Al-hikmah Library | IIUM Only

In recent years, the advance in whole-genome sequencing technology has changed the study of infectious diseases. The emergence of genome sequencing has improved the understanding of infectious diseases, which has revamped many fields, such as molecular microbiology, epidemiology, infection control, and vaccine production. In this review we discuss

Improving Emergency Department Overcrowding in Malaysian Government Hospital
Research Output | Dar Al-hikmah Library | IIUM Only

There have been a marked increase in emergency department (ED) visits. This has led to healthcare problems in ED, particularly overcrowding. This paper aims to contribute towards ED overcrowding by increasing the efficiency level of the department through eliminating ED bottlenecks and reallocating ED resources. An ED located in Kuala Lumpur was ch

A Narrative Study of Malaysian Women with Breast Cancer Sharing their Experiences
Research Output | Dar Al-hikmah Library | IIUM Only

Diagnostic pathway is important period for early detection of breast cancer to improve its prognosis. In developed country such as England had introduced faster diagnosis standard to ensure that patients should receive a definitive diagnosis or ruling out of cancer within 28 days of referral. However, there is lack of evidence regarding the patient

Being a Parent of the Sickest Child: Malaysian Perspectives
Research Output | Dar Al-hikmah Library | IIUM Only

Mechanically ventilated children make up a small but growing segment of society's vulnerable population. The aim of the study was to understand the caring experiences of parents toward their mechanically ventilated children. This interpretive descriptive study was performed in the PICU of one tertiary hospital in Malaysia. The participants were

Black Soldier Fly Larvae as Animal Feed: Implications on the Halal Satus of Meat Products
Research Output | Dar Al-hikmah Library | IIUM Only

In the mid-twentieth century, research conducted found that the presence of black soldier fly (BSF) larvae caused the reduction of housefly breeding and manure accumulation in a chicken barn. As a result, the commercialization of BSF larvae for agricultural use and biowaste treatment ensues. Facilities were built to produce BSF larvae and masse wer

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