Volume 50(1): June 2021
Journal of the Malaysian Society of Applied Biology
Cover Photo: “Leaf epidermal of Clitoria ternatea”. Photo courtesy of Nurshahidah Mohd Rusli.
Review Articles
Malaysian herbs in skin aging and hyperpigmentation
Tuan Nadrah Naim Tuan Ismail, Wan Nazatul Shima Shahidan and Kannan Thirumulu Ponnuraj
| Abstract| Full Text PDF (267 kb)| pp. 1|
Microbial-induced calcite precipitation: A milestone towards soil improvement
Abdulaziz Aliyu Dardau, Muskhazli Mustafa and Nor Azwady Abd Aziz
| Abstract | Full Text PDF (439 kb)| pp. 11|
A mini review on the nutritional compositions and pharmacological properties of Litsea garciae
Zunika Amit and Ling Zinyin
| Abstract | Full Text PDF (897 kb)| pp. 29|
Research Articles
Preliminary checklist of freshwater fishes of Ulu Paip Eco-Park Forest, Kedah, Peninsular Malaysia
Mohamad Aqmal-Naser and Amirrudin Ahmad
| Abstract | Full Text PDF (1120 kb)| pp. 41|
Morpho-physiological and anatomical assessment of different rice varieties subjected to drought stress at early vegetative stage
Mohd Fauzihan Karim, Nur Farah Suhada Mohd Rosely, Nur Aini Mohd Kamil and
Che Nurul Aini Che Amri
| Abstract | Full Text PDF (1429 kb)| pp. 55|
Antimicrobial activity of propolis from Trigona thoracica towards cariogenic bacteria
Tuan Nadrah Naim Tuan Ismail, Nicholas Choo Wee Sim, Noorazliyana Shafii,
Nur Karyatee Kassim, Wan Nazatul Shima Shahidan and Hanim Afzan Ibrahim
| Abstract | Full Text PDF (489 kb)| pp. 65|
Impact of single and two-phase dissolved oxygen tension control on Bacillus thuringiensis cultivation and ?-endotoxin production
Mohamed Mazmira Mohd Masri, Mohd Shawal Thaqib Maidin and Arbakariya Bin Ariff
| Abstract | Full Text PDF (1886 kb)| pp. 73|
Solid substrate fermentation of sago waste and its evaluation as feed ingredient for red hybrid tilapia
Nurafidah Lani, Ahmad Husaini, Ngui Sing Ngieng, Kui Soon Lee, Khairul Adha A. Rahim,
Hairul Azman Roslan and Yuzine Esa
| Abstract | Full Text PDF (273 kb)| pp. 85|
Tolerance level of grafted papaya plants against papaya dieback disease
Hassan Mohd-Azhar, Johari Sarip, Noor Faimah Ghazali, Muhammad Zulfa Mohd Razikin
and Abdul Razak Mariatulqabtiah
| Abstract | Full Text PDF (293 kb)| pp. 95|
Haematology profile of fruit bats Cynopterus spp. from Special Region Yogyakarta, Indonesia
Husni Mubarok, Niken Satuti Nur Handayani, Tuty Arisuryanti and Ibnu Maryanto
| Abstract | Full Text PDF (382 kb)| pp. 105|
Comparative study on the daily activity budget of Sun Bear (Helarctus malayanus) in captivity and semi-captivity
Siti Sarayati Abdul Mawah, Lo Chor-Wai and Farnidah Jasnie
| Abstract | Full Text PDF (506 kb)| pp. 115|
The establishment of aseptic cultures and multiple shoot induction of Olive (Olea europaea) cv. 1
Ru Shen Wong, Hong Xuan Chai, Sreeramanan Subramaniam and Bee Lynn Chew
| Abstract | Full Text PDF (504 kb)| pp. 125|
Molecular characterization and mating study of Fusarium proliferatum from various hosts in Malaysia
Masratul Hawa Mohd, Nik Mohd Izham Mohamed Nor, Latiffah Zakaria and Nurul Farizah Azuddin
| Abstract | Full Text PDF (855 kb)| pp. 133|
Effectiveness of insecticides rotation with different modes of action against oil palm bunch moth Tirathaba mundella (Walker) (Lepidoptera, Pyralidae)
Chong Ming Su, Jie Hung King, Yee Min Kwan, Zakry Fitri Ab Aziz and Kian Huat Ong
| Abstract | Full Text PDF (563 kb)| pp. 145|
Screening of selected Malaysian herbs as the potential broad spectrum antimicrobial agent against bacterial diseases of fish
Syahidah Ahmad, Hassan Mohd Daud, Yaya Rukayadi, Yasser Mohamed Abdelhadi, Nor Asma Husna Yusoff and Mohd Salleh Kamarudin
| Abstract | Full Text PDF (507 kb)| pp. 157|
Substitution of fat with various types of squashes and gourds from the Cucurbitaceae family in the production of low-fat buffalo meat patties
Siti Nurjawaher Shamsol Kahar, Mohammad Rashedi Ismail-Fitry, Masni Mat Yusoff, Ashari Rozzamri, Jamilah Bakar and Wan Zunairah Wan Ibadullah
| Abstract | Full Text PDF (706 kb)| pp. 169|
Polyphenolic profile and antioxidant activities of freeze-dried Melon Manis Terengganu peel extracts
Ying Qian Ong, Norshazila Shahidan, Sakinah Harith, Mohd Razif Shahril and Hermizi Hapidin
| Abstract | Full Text PDF (657 kb)| pp. 181|
Leaf epidermal characteristics of medicinal Eclipta prostrata (L.) L., Vernonia amygdalina Delile (Asteraceae) and Clitoria ternatea L. (Fabaceae)
Nurshahidah Mohd Rusli, Mohd Norfaizal Ghazalli, Noraini Talip, Samsiah Jusoh, Razali Mirad, Rosnani Abd. Ghani, Wan Khairul Anuar Wan Ali, Mohd Rani Awang, Noor Ismawaty Nordin and Ahmad Arif Ismail
| Abstract | Full Text PDF (1932 kb)| pp. 189|
Effects of light illumination and subculture frequency on biomass production in cell suspension cultures of Clinacanthus nutans
Fui Joo Bong, Sreeramanan Subramaniam and Bee Lynn Chew
| Abstract | Full Text PDF (1679 kb)| pp. 197|
Breakfast consumption patterns, knowledge, attitude and practice and barriers among Malaysian university students
Sivagami Jayaveloo, Norlida Mat Daud and Hafeedza Abdul Rahman
| Abstract | Full Text PDF (237 kb)| pp. 205|
Research Notes
Antibacterial activity of kaffir lime leaves (Citrus hystrix) on selected foodborne pathogens
Bazlee Abu Bakar, Che Puteh Osman and Wan Razarinah Wan Abdul Razak
| Abstract | Full Text PDF (197 kb)| pp. 217|
Diversity of rodents and treeshrews in different habitats in western Sarawak, Borneo
Sieu Zhien Teo, Yee Ling Chong and Andrew Alek Tuen
| Abstract | Full Text PDF (190 kb)| pp. 221|
Fruit and vegetable handling practices and a qualitative study on pesticide residues in Malaysia
Boon Tsann Lim, Wye Hong Leong, Shu Yi Teh, Zabidi Zabidi-Hussin, Thiyagar Nadarajaw, Sathiya Maran, Kok Song Lai, Chun Wie Chong, Swee Yee Chin and Swee Hua Erin Lim
| Abstract | Full Text PDF (273 kb)| pp. 225|
