Detection of DEL phenotype in RhD negative blood by freeze-thaw elution technique and sequence-specific prime polymerase chain reaction / Nordiana Nordin

The weakest weak D called DEL phenotype was able to be detected via serological adsorption elution and molecular genotyping. In this study, the freeze-thaw elution and ssp-peR were used to detect the DEL phenotype. A total of 43 RhD negative samples collected from the National Blood Centre were serologically tested for Rh phenotyping and screened for DEL phenotype by both serological freeze-thaw elution and SSP-PCR. Based on the Rh phenotyping, the 43 RhD negative samples consisted of 34 ccee phenotype, 6 Ccee phenotype, 2 ccEe phenotype and 1 CCee phenotype. No DEL phenotype was detected by serological freeze-thaw elution but 2.33% (1/43) from the samples were detected for DEL phenotype that carried the RHD1227A allele by SSP-PCR. As a conclusion, the aim of this study was accomplished by the ability to detect DEL phenotype via molecular genotyping technique in distinguishing the DEL phenotype from truly D negative but not for freeze thaw elution technique

Strategic management of records and risks for the sustainability of organizations / Azman Mat Isa, Raja Abdullah Yaacob and Nordiana Mohd Nordin

The sustainability of an organization relies on its financial stability and its ability to demonstrate considerable transparency and accountability. Records management has a significant role in providing evidence for decision-making as well as for demonstrating transparency and accountability. Implementing records management would be costly in the absence of risk management. Unfortunately, the role of records management is hardly recognized. This research attempts to investigate the essence of records management in underpinning good governance and accountability processes as well as to identify the relationship between risk management and records management. This research adopts case study method, using interviews, observation and document analysis for data gathering. It is discovered that an integrated records management system is essential in underpinning critical governance and accountability processes such as internal and external audit, compliance, risk management and decision making

ENGAGING LOYAL CUSTOMER IN ART GALLERY: AN ENTREPRENEURIAL STRATEGY IN MALAYSIA

Exhibition engagementis a burgeoning yet still under-examined concept.Due to this fact, many small and medium enterprises in arts gallery are struggling especially during this ongoing pandemic of coronavirus disease (COVID-19).This study attempts to measure the outcome of exhibitionengagement in the case ofdigital visual arts. The research, involved110respondents, employed hierarchical regression as the main method of data analysis. Exhibitionengagement were measured through cognitive, affective, behavioral and social whereas the outcomes were measured through loyaltytowardsthe exhibition. The results of this study revealed that only affective and behavioral engagement effect loyalty while cognitiveand social engagement found to be not significant. This finding provides art galleries owner an insight into entrepreneurial strategy focusing on customer relationship. The relationship is through managing engagement by forming a strategy that focusing on increasing customerengagement

Exploring Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) Documentation of the Untold Stories of Mak Yong Performing Art: A conceptual framework

UNESCO has recognized Mak Yong’s Theatre as a Masterpiece of Oral and Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) of Humanity since September 2005. Currently, there is a lack of existing collection on ICH in Malaysia, especially of the performing art heritage at the national information agencies. There is a significant need to urgently safeguarding this ancient theatre to keep them alive. The objectives of this research are to explore the undocumented stories of Mak Yong performing art theatre in Malaysia and to develop a new technique of information packaging in documenting the untold stories of the Mak Yong theatre

Rare and Personal Collections at National Library of Malaysia

This paper aims to explore the characteristics of rare and personal collections or known as Malaysiana Collections at National Library of Malaysia (PNM). The explanations on definition, type of collections, policies or acts that related to rare materials collection, the challenges faced by National Library of Malaysia in acquiring the rare collection, acquisition of rare collection and promoting the collection to the public discussed. The review from this paper will expose to the audience about the rare and personal collections in Malaysia as a whole. Other than that, the several issues and challenges on maintaining and managing on rare materials will discuss in detailed. Hence, this paper will give the positive impact and awareness to people about the importance and knowledge on how to manage, preserve and appreciate the rare and personal collections that have significant to the future generations on country’s heritage and ancient history

Unlocking the Door : Key Determinants of Housing Acquisition Choices in Kuching, Sarawak

The housing market plays a crucial role in shaping the social and economic landscape of a society. As individuals and families set out on the path of homeownership, several factors, such as structural characteristics, location, financing options, and the neighborhood, come into play and influence their housing purchase decisions. This study is based on data that was collected from 322 respondents in Kuching. The findings of this research contribute to an understanding of consumer behavior in the housing market and offer valuable insights to real estate professionals, policymakers, and researchers. By analyzing housing demand and buyer preferences, policymakers can indirectly shape housing policies and promote increased homeownership. Essentially, the comprehension of housing preference is crucial for the buyers’ decision-making, particularly first-time buyers

Impact of merger on efficiency and productivity : a case study of commercial banks in Malaysia / Mahadzir Ismail ... [et al.]

The Financial Master Plan (2001- 2010) aims to enhance the capacity of banking industry so that higher effic iency and productivity can be reaped in the future. This study seeks to determine the impact of merger on the efficiency and productivity ofcommercial banks in Malaysia for the period 1995 until 2005. The study uses a non-parametric approach, nam ely DEA (data envelopment analysis?) to estimate the efficiency scores and to construct the Malmquist productivity index. To enable this estimation, three bank inputs and outputs are used. Amongst the findings are those banks exhibit higher efficiency score after the merger and thefo reign banks are more efficient than the local banks. Productivity of the banks is calculated in both periods, before and after the merger: The results show that, it is the local banks that have improved the most after the merger. The main source of productivity is technical change or innovation. The findings support the existing policy of having larger domestic banks in term of size