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Learning through heritage: Jambatan Tamparuli as a cultural learning landmark for educational tourism in Sabah
No full textThis study explores the potential of Jambatan Tamparuli (Tamparuli Bridge), one of Sabah’s most iconic cultural landmarks, as a catalyst for educational tourism and heritage-based learning in early childhood education. Adopting a qualitative approach, the research combined traditional methods such as interviews, observations, and focus group discussions with educators, alongside AI-assisted tools including digital text mining and thematic analysis. Findings reveal that integrating local heritage into classroom practices not only strengthens children’s cultural identity, curiosity, and sense of belonging but also deepens their connection to Sabah’s living traditions. Educators reported higher learner engagement and contextual understanding when lessons were grounded in familiar cultural symbols. The study underscores the value of linking cultural landmarks with pedagogical innovation, positioning Jambatan Tamparuli as both a learning resource and an edu-tourism attraction that promotes culturally responsive education and sustainable heritage appreciation in Sabah
From local to global: Teaching children in kampung Kobuni about the world's animals, cultures, and heritage through digital learning
No full textThis study explores the integration of AI-assisted online data collection and mixed-methods secondary data analysis to investigate how digital learning can connect children in Kampung Kobuni to the world’s animals, cultures, and heritage. Primary quantitative and qualitative data were gathered online, leveraging AI tools for efficient collection, categorization, and sentiment analysis of participants’ responses. Complementing this, a Mixed-Methods Secondary Data Analysis approach examined existing statistical reports, case studies, and qualitative narratives on cultural education and digital learning. The findings aim to reveal how locally grounded yet globally connected educational strategies can foster cultural awareness, biodiversity appreciation, and digital literacy among rural learners, ultimately bridging the gap between local realities and global knowledge
Peranan pengulangan zikir sebagai alat terapi spiritual bagi pemulihan ketagihan
No full textMeditasi spiritual telah dibincangkan sejak beberapa tahun kebelakangan ini untuk meningkatkan model pemulihan ketagihan bahan seperti dadah, ganja, alkohol dan sebagainya dengan memasukkan elemen spiritual ke dalam model biopsikososial. Oleh yang demikian, objektif penulisan ini adalah untuk mencadangkan satu model pemulihan penyalahgunaan bahan yang komprehensif, lengkap dan menyeluruh perlu dibangunkan untuk memenuhi pola semasa. Kajian ini menggunakan kaedah literatur dengan mengumpul data yang relevan, analisis data tersebut bagi mendapatkan konsep tentang pemulihan dadah. Kajian ini mendapati, model yang dipelopori oleh pengkaji Barat menitikberatkan nilai biologi, sosial dan psikologi, sedangkan kebanyakan penduduk Asia terutamanya Asia Tenggara seperti Malaysia, Indonesia dan Thailand berpegang kepada aspek ketuhanan dan spiritual dalam kehidupan seharian. Oleh itu, kaedah pemulihan yang terbaik hendaklah dimasukkan elemen spiritual dan kepercayaan kepada Tuhan untuk membentuk sebuah model yang menyeluruh. Dengan itu, penulis mencadangkan model pengulangan zikir adalah salah satu usaha yang mempunyai elemen meditasi dan spiritual yang boleh digunakan sebagai alat kesembuhan dalam proses pemulihan penyalahgunaan dadah
Metabolite profiling and antipathogenic properties of Rhizophora mucronata against marine leech Pterobdella arugamensis and Vibrio species in hybrid grouper
No full textAquaculture is becoming a vital food source globally, but intensive fish farming often leads to disease outbreaks due to stress from high stocking density or environmental factors. One notable issue is the parasitism caused by the marine parasitic leech Pterobdella arugamensis. This parasite affects groupers and other marine cultured fish with symptoms of malnutrition, anorexia, and death. Additionally, wounds from the parasitism lead to secondary infections like vibriosis. As consumer demand for safe and sustainable seafood grows, interest in natural, plant-derived treatments has increased. This study explored the antiparasitic and anti- Vibrio potential of Rhizophora mucronata, a mangrove species that coastal communities use as traditional medicine. Methanol, chloroform, and hexane extracts of the plant were tested against P. arugamensis and five pathogenic Vibrio strains (V. alginolyticus, V. anguillarum, V. harveyi, V. parahaemolyticus, and V. owensii). The extracts were further analysed with mass spectrometry techniques, including GC–MS and LC-QTOF-MS, to identify important metabolites. All extracts exhibited 100% mortality to P. arugamensis with a dose-dependent activity. Methanol extract took the shortest mortality time, ranging from 15.48 ± 1.7 min to 95.03 ± 4.02 min at concentrations of 100 to 12.5 mg/ml, followed by chloroform and hexane extracts, with a mortality time of 25.76 ± 0.58 to 125 ± 2.56 min and 37.45 ± 1.21 to 128.92 ± 3.18 min, respectively. The anti-Vibrio assay revealed that the methanol extract resulted in the highest number of inhibitions against V. alginolyticus, V. anguillarum, and V. harveyi, while the chloroform and hexane extracts were effective only against V. harveyi. The GC–MS revealed six, eight, and seven metabolites in the methanol, chloroform, and hexane extracts, respectively, while the LC-QTOF-MS revealed 92 metabolites in the methanol extract, 37 metabolites in chloroform, and 43 metabolites in hexane extracts. The profiling screening revealed that the methanol extract is rich in flavonoids and phenolics, while the chloroform and hexane extracts mainly contained fatty acids and terpenoids. The identified metabolites that are known to fight parasites and bacteria, including benzothiazole, calendoflavoside, rutin, lupeol, oleanolic acid, and kaempferol, are found in the R. mucronata as well. The findings showed that R. mucronata, particularly its methanol extract, is a promising biocontrol agent against P. arugamensis and Vibrio infections in the aquaculture system
MIL‑125‑NH2/MIL‑88‑NH2 composite as a dual‑function adsorbent with enhanced photocatalytic and photo‑Fenton‑like behavior for the removal of organic pollutant in water
No full textMetal–organic frameworks are nanoporous materials extensively studied for post-synthesis modification due to their exceptional adsorption and photocatalytic properties. However, their practical application is often limited by rapid electron–hole recombination, suboptimal band gap energies, and poor chemical and physical stability, limiting their reusability as adsorbents or photocatalysts. In this study, a novel Z-scheme MIL-125-NH2/MIL-88-NH2 composite was synthesized via reflux heating method. The composite demonstrated improved thermal stability compared to MIL-125-NH2 and a higher surface area than MIL-88-NH2, improving the physical and chemical properties. It selectively adsorbed cationic pollutants, following Langmuir isotherm with monolayer adsorption and physisorption mechanisms achieving a maximum adsorption capacity of 249 mg/g towards methylene blue (MB). Photocatalytic degradation of MB under visible and UV-A light irradiation reached 61% (k1 = 0.0067 min−1) and 69% (k1 = 0.0087 min−1), respectively. The addition of 1 mM hydrogen peroxide (H2O2), tripling MB removal to 89% removal (k1 = 0.0155 min−1) under visible light and 94% removal (k1 = 0.0217 min−1) under UV-A light. The synergistic effect of MIL-125-NH2/MIL-88-NH2 composite surpassed MIL-125-NH2/H2O2/UV-A (k1 = 0.0024 min−1) and MIL-88-NH2/H2O2/UV-A (k1 = 0.0150 min−1). Scavenger experiments identified hole (h+) and electron (e−) were the primary active species while hydroxyl radical (·OH) and superoxide (·O2−) also played key roles, with their generation further amplified by H2O2. These findings demonstrate the enhanced photocatalytic performance of the MIL-125-NH2/MIL-88-NH2 composite, attributed to its Z-scheme heterojunction structure and photo-Fenton-like behavior. The composite exhibits a promising stability and capability in advanced water treatment applications
Philosophical posthumanism an ontological assessment by contemporary Muslim scholars
No full textThis article examines the ontological foundations of philosophical posthumanism and critically examines its central claims through the lens of contemporary Muslim thought. Rooted in postmodern critiques of Enlightenment humanism, posthumanism challenges conventional ideas of human identity, agency, and moral status by emphasizing hybridity, technological mediation, and the interconnectedness of all forms of life—including animals, machines, and ecosystems. Through conceptual analysis and comparative hermeneutics, the study contrasts these claims with key Islamic metaphysical concepts such as fitrah (innate nature), rūḥ (soul), and khalifah (vicegerency). Prominent Muslim thinkers, including Seyyed Hossein Nasr, Taha Abdurrahman, Osman Bakar, and Fazlur Rahman, argue that post humanist ontology undermines the sacred status of the human being, potentially leading to spiritual alienation by denying transcendence and moral responsibility. While acknowledging the ethical and ecological contributions of posthumanism, the paper contends that its core assumptions remain incompatible with the Islamic worldview, which affirms human dignity, metaphysical purpose, and divinely ordained responsibility within the cosmos
Effects of dietary phospholipids on growth, biochemical composition, fatty acid profiles, blood metrics, and sex steroid hormone of male pangasius nasutus broodstock
No full textThis study investigates the effects of phospholipids (PLs) supplemented diets on the growth, blood metrics, reproductive indices, and fatty acid profiles of male Pangasius nasutus (shark catfish) broodstock, a commercially valuable freshwater fish species. Over a 90-day feeding trial, four groups of fish were placed in a large open earthen pond within 4 cages with a control group. Each cage housed 15 fish, with an initial average weight of 643±0.34g and an average length of 43.3±0.12 cm. These fish were fed different levels of PLs (0, 1.5, 2, and 2.5%) in their diets twice daily, at 700 am and 600 pm, to satiation. The results showed that PLs supplementation significantly improved some of the biological indices, such as hepatosomatic index, coelomic fat index, feed conversion ratio, and survival rate. PLs supplementation also influenced the blood metrics, such as red blood cell count, hematocrits, hemoglobin, and white blood cell count. PLs supplementation significantly improved reproductive indices, including GSI, elevated 11-ketotestosterone production, and altered fatty acid profiles in male P. nasutus. These findings suggest PLs potential to enhance reproductive performance and fish nutrition, both of which are critical to aquaculture production
Clouds of harm: The health impact of youth vaping in Malaysia
No full textE-cigarettes (EC), also known as vape pens, e-cigars, or vaping devices, produce an aerosolized mixture that contains flavored liquids and nicotine, which users inhale. These electronic nicotine-delivery systems come in a wide variety due to differences in nicotine concentrations, e-liquid volumes, carrier compounds, additives, flavors, and battery voltages. Each EC device typically operates using a standard system, which includes a rechargeable lithium battery, a vaporization chamber, and a cartridge. The lithium battery powers the vaporization chamber, which contains the atomizer. Users inhale through a mouthpiece, and the airflow activates a sensor, initiating the atomizer to deliver nicotine to the lungs. The liquid nicotine stored in a small cartridge is then vaporized and inhaled
The role of parental involvement in academic achievement among pre-university college students
No full textThis study examines the extent of parental involvement in three key areas: communication at home, the creation of a conducive learning environment, and overall support provided at home. It also investigates the relationship between parental roles and the academic achievement of students at Kota Kinabalu Form Six College (Pre-University), Sabah. A total of 172 students were selected through stratified random sampling, and the data were analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 26.0. The findings indicate that the level of parental involvement is high across all three domains, and students' academic achievement is also high. Pearson correlation analysis revealed a significant positive relationship between parental involvement and academic performance. The novelty of this study lies in its focus on pre-university students, a group often underrepresented in parental involvement research, especially within the Malaysian context. While existing studies typically center on primary and secondary education, this research highlights the continuing importance of parental support during the transitional phase to higher education. This study contributes to the body of knowledge by providing empirical evidence that parental involvement remains a key factor influencing academic success at the pre-university level. It also offers practical insights for educators, policymakers, and parents in developing strategies that foster student achievement through sustained family engagement
Underwater oleophobicity of MBPP membrane modified by TiO2/PDMS/IPA for oil/water emulsion separation
No full textMelt blowing of polypropylene (PP) without using toxic solvents is a feasible method for mass-producing fibrous membranes for oil/water emulsion separation. However, the oleophilic of PP can lead to fouling due to significant oil adsorption, and the low integrity of the PP fiber can cause the membrane structural failure during filtration operations. In this work, polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) and isopropyl alcohol (IPA) are employed to improve the inter-fiber adhesion while maintaining the void structure that allows water permeation. Hydrophilic TiO2 nanoparticles are deposited on the melt blown PP membrane (MBPP) using a suspension dispersion method, transforming the membrane into an underwater oleophobic surface. The results show that the TiO2/PDMS/IPA modified MBPP membrane is oleophilic towards palm oil but oleophobic towards toluene under water. Because of the long chain and high molecular weight of triglycerides in palm oil, they form stronger intermolecular interactions with both the pristine and modified MBPP membrane surfaces. The underwater oil contact angle (UWOCA) of MBPP membrane varies between 5.1 ± 5° and 70.7 ± 6.3° when in contact with palm oil droplets. The UWOCA of toluene droplets increased from 67.4 ± 20.8° to 133.8 ± 18.1° when the TiO2 loading was increased from 0 to 0.2 wt%. The optimal membrane with 0.2 wt% TiO2 nanoparticles achieved the maximum flux at 25040 ± 2403 L/m2 h and the separation efficiency > 99% for the toluene/water emulsion system. During the cyclic test, fouling from toluene adsorption occurred during cycle #3, but the separation efficiency remained greater than 98% after five cycles