Tianyu Zhao¹, Xiaoli Zhao², Kenny S. L. Cheah^3,*, Ye Zhang³

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.12, pp. 2023-2038, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.071322 - 31 December 2025

Abstract Background: Despite access to university counseling services, many students underutilize them due to cultural stigma, language barriers, and perceived irrelevance. As a result, ChatGPT has emerged as an informal, always-available support system. This study investigates how international PhD students in Malaysia navigate loneliness, mental well-being, and social disconnection through interactions with Generative AI (mainly ChatGPT. Methods: Using a mixed-methods design, the study surveyed 155 international doctoral students and analyzed quantitative responses across four dimensions: loneliness, well-being (WHO-5), perceived social support, and AI-facilitated emotional support. Additionally, open-ended responses were examined using Latent Dirichlet Allocation (LDA) to identify… More >

Mujahid Tabassum^1,*, Md. Bazlul Mobin Siddique², Hadi Nabipour Afrouzi³, Saad Bin Abdul Kashem⁴

Energy Engineering, Vol.122, No.9, pp. 3433-3457, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ee.2025.065955 - 26 August 2025

Abstract Malaysia, as one of the highest producers of palm oil globally and one of the largest exporters, has a huge potential to use palm oil waste to generate electricity since an abundance of waste is produced during the palm oil extraction process. In this paper, we have first examined and compared the use of palm oil waste as biomass for electricity generation in different countries with reference to Malaysia. Some areas with default accessibility in rural areas, like those in Sabah and Sarawak, require a cheap and reliable source of electricity. Palm oil waste possesses… More >

Nurfarahin Roslan¹, Massoomeh Hedayati Marzbali^1,*, Aldrin Abdullah¹, Ang See May²

Revue Internationale de Géomatique, Vol.34, pp. 553-567, 2025, DOI:10.32604/rig.2025.066073 - 06 August 2025

Abstract Urban green spaces play a crucial role in improving the well-being of city dwellers, offering recreational benefits that contribute to physical health. However, challenges remain in ensuring these spaces are distributed equitably and are accessible to all. This research examines the distribution and accessibility of green spaces in Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia. The study focuses on evaluating three key factors: (1) the uniformity of green space distribution in the area, (2) the proportion of residents who can access green spaces within a 300-m walk, and (3) the identification of regions that lack sufficient green spaces,… More > Graphic Abstract

Nurul A. Asram¹, Eran S. S. Md Sadek^2,*

Revue Internationale de Géomatique, Vol.34, pp. 619-637, 2025, DOI:10.32604/rig.2025.065667 - 06 August 2025

Abstract Landslides are a frequent geomorphological hazard in tropical regions, particularly where steep terrain and high precipitation coincide. This study evaluates landslide susceptibility in the Jelapang area of Perak, Malaysia, using Shannon Entropy-weighted bivariate models (i.e., Frequency Ratio, Information Value, and Weight of Evidence), in comparison with Logistic Regression. Seven conditioning factors were selected based on their geomorphological relevance and tested for multicollinearity: slope gradient, slope aspect, curvature, vegetation cover, lineament density, terrain ruggedness index, and flow accumulation. Each model generated susceptibility maps, which were validated using Receiver Operating Characteristic curves and Area Under the Curve… More >

Muazu Dantala Zakari^1,2,*, Md. Rowshon Kamal^1,*, Norulhuda Mohamed Ramli¹, Balqis Mohamed Rehan³, Mohd Syazwan Faisal Bin Mohd⁴

Revue Internationale de Géomatique, Vol.34, pp. 487-511, 2025, DOI:10.32604/rig.2025.065835 - 29 July 2025

Abstract Understanding trends in rainfall and temperature projections is critical for assessing climate change impacts, managing water resources, mitigating disaster risks, and guiding sustainable agricultural and infrastructure planning. This study investigates projected changes in temperature and rainfall in the Upper Bernam River Basin (UBRB), Malaysia, using ten Global Climate Models (GCMs) from CMIP6 across four scenarios (SSP126, SSP245, SSP370, and SSP585). Downscaling was conducted with the Climate-Smart Decision Support System (CSDSS) for the baseline period (1985–2014) and for future periods: 2020s, 2040s, 2060s, and 2080s. Results indicate a consistent warming trend, with maximum temperatures projected to… More >

Wan Ying Gan^1,#,*, Wei-Leng Chin^2,3,#, Shih-Wei Huang^4,5, Serene En Hui Tung⁶, Ling Jun Lee¹, Wai Chuen Poon⁷, Yan Li Siaw⁸, Kerry S. O’Brien⁹, Iqbal Pramukti¹⁰, Kamolthip Ruckwongpatr¹¹, Jung-Sheng Chen¹², Mark D. Griffiths¹³, Chung-Ying Lin^{10,11,14,15,*}

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.3, pp. 319-331, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.060049 - 31 March 2025

Abstract Background: Weight-related self-stigma (WRSS) is prevalent among individuals with different types of weight status and is associated with a range of negative health outcomes. Social support and coping models explain how individuals may use different coping methods to deal with their mental health needs. Psychological distress (e.g., depression and stress) could lead to overuse of social media and smartphones. When using social media or smartphones, individuals are likely to be exposed to negative comments regarding weight/shape/size posted on the social media. Consequently, individuals who experience problematic social media use (PSMU) or problematic smartphone use (PSPU)… More >

Shehab Abdulhabib Alzaeemi¹, Saratha Sathasivam^2,*, Majid Khan bin Majahar Ali², K. G. Tay¹, Muraly Velavan³

Computer Systems Science and Engineering, Vol.47, No.2, pp. 1471-1491, 2023, DOI:10.32604/csse.2023.037366 - 28 July 2023

Abstract Rubber producers, consumers, traders, and those who are involved in the rubber industry face major risks of rubber price fluctuations. As a result, decision-makers are required to make an accurate estimation of the price of rubber. This paper aims to propose hybrid intelligent models, which can be utilized to forecast the price of rubber in Malaysia by employing monthly Malaysia’s rubber pricing data, spanning from January 2016 to March 2021. The projected hybrid model consists of different algorithms with the symbolic Radial Basis Functions Neural Network k-Satisfiability Logic Mining (RBFNN-kSAT). These algorithms, including Grey Wolf… More >

Adnie Baharin¹, Muhammad Amirul Akmal Rosli¹, Norshariza Mohamad Bhkari^1,2, Lum Wei Chen², Anis Azmi¹, Muhammad Shaiful Nordin³, Zakiah Ahmad^1,*

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.11, No.9, pp. 3533-3546, 2023, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2023.028675 - 20 July 2023

Abstract The depth adjustment factor for bending strength stated in Eurocode 5 (EC5) is only applicable to timbers having a characteristic density below 700 kg/m³ . However, most Malaysian timbers are hardwood, some with a characteristic density reaching above 700 kg/m³ . Therefore, the objective of this study was to examine whether the depth adjustment factor stipulated in EC5 is valid for Malaysian hardwood timbers. Six timber species were selected for this study, namely Kapur (Dryobalanops C.F.Gaertn.), Kempas (Koompassia Maingay ex Benth.), Keruing (Dipterocarpus C.F.Gaertn.), Light red meranti (Shorea Roxb. ex C.F.Gaertn.), Geronggang (Cratoxylum Blume) and Balau (Shorea Roxb. ex C.F.Gaertn.).… More > Graphic Abstract

Kai Wei Lee¹, Siew Mooi Ching^2,*, Norsiah Ali³, Chor Yau Ooi⁴, Shahnul Kamal Hj Sidek⁵, Azlin Amat⁶, Yusnita Yatim⁷, Zaiton Yahaya⁸, Nabihah Shamsuddin⁹, Idora Ibrahim¹⁰, Fauzia Abdul Majid¹¹, Fazlin Suhana Othman¹², Nik Suhaila Zakaria¹³, Artini Abidin¹⁴, Nor Hazlin Talib¹⁵, Dhashani Sivaratnam¹⁶

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.25, No.2, pp. 237-247, 2023, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2023.013407 - 02 February 2023

Abstract Smartphone ownership among adolescents is getting common in this decade especially in Malaysia; Adolescent are strongly devoted to their smartphone and this may lead to smartphone addiction. Studies have reported that smartphone addiction has become an emerging social and health problem especially among the youth in many countries however there is lack of study among adolescents in Malaysia. This study aimed to examine the prevalence and factors associated with smartphone addiction among adolescents in Malaysia. This was a cross-sectional study involving adolescents from 15 primary care clinics throughout the country. Respondents were assessed on their… More >

Norshariza Mohamad Bhkari^1,2,*, Lum Wei Chen¹, Anis Azmi², Muhammad Shaiful Nordin², Norman Wong Shew Yam³, Zakiah Ahmad², Lee Seng Hua⁴

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.10, No.11, pp. 2851-2869, 2022, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2022.022326 - 29 June 2022

Abstract This study investigated the bending, compression as well as the bonding performance of CLT panels made from fast-growing timber species, i.e., Laran (Neolamarckia cadamba) and Batai (Paraserianthes falcataria). The variables studied were timber species (Laran and Batai), layers of lamination (3-layer and 5-layer), loading direction in bending (in-plane and out-of-plane), loading direction in compression (x-, y-, and z-axis) and different treatment conditions for bonding performance test. The desired outputs of this study were bending and compression properties (strength and stiffness) as well as bonding performance (block shear strength, wood failure percentage and delamination value). The bending and… More >